Question

Differentiate between the following:

Hypotonic and Hypertonic solution.

Answer 1

1. In comparison to the solution inside the cell, a hypertonic solution has a larger concentration of solutes.
2. The hypotonic solution is the opposite of the hypertonic solution, with a lower concentration or osmolarity.

Hypotonic Solution	Hypertonic Solution
The solute concentration in the solution outside the cell is lower than in the fluids inside the cell.	The solute concentration in the solution outside the cell is higher than in the fluids inside the cell.
Water molecules travel into the cell, causing endosmosis.	Exosmosis happens when water molecules leave the cell.
The cell enlarges or even bursts when placed in Hypotonic Solution.	The cell shrinks and loses form when placed in Hypertonic Solution.