Question

If the cell is placed in a hypertonic solution, what will happen?

• A. Endosmosis
• B. Exosmosis
• C. Deplasmolysis
• D. No change

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Exosmosis

The correct option is(B)

Explanation of the correct option:

1. The cell in a hypertonic solution becomes flaccid as water moves out of the cell.
2. This movement of water is known as exosmosis.

Explanation of the incorrect options:

Option (A)

1. Endosmosis takes place in a hypotonic solution.

Option (C)

1. Deplasmolysis is the result of endosmosis.

Final answer: If the cell is placed in a hypertonic solution, exosmosis occurs.