Question

Define: (i) Hypertonic solution (ii) Hypotonic solution

Answer 1

(i) Hypertonic solution: A solution having a higher concentration of solute outside as compared to outside the cell is called hypertonic solution. In a hypertonic solution, a cell progressively loses water through exosmosis.

(ii) Hypotonic solution: A solution having a lesser concentration of solute inside as compared to outside the cell is called a hypotonic solution. In a hypotonic solution, a cell progressively gains water through endosmosis.