A solution which has lower osmotic pressure compared to that of other solution is called _______.

hypotonic

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hypertonic

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isotonic

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molar

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The correct option is A hypotonic
Isotonic or iso-osmotic solution : Solutions which have the same osmotic pressure are termed isotonic or iso-osmotic solutions.
Hypertonic solution
A solution having higher osmotic pressure than some other solution is said to be called hypertonic solution.
Hypotonic solution
A solution having a lower osmotic pressure relative to some other solution is called hypotonic solution.

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