The solution in which a cell will gain water by osmosis is termed as
A
Isotonic solution
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B
Hypertonic solution
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C
Hypotonic solution
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D
Both A and B
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Solution
The correct option is D Hypotonic solution Hypotonic solution is a solution, which contains lesser solute concentration. In such case, the water molecules move from outside to inside of the cell through cell membrane (semi-permeable membrane). This process is called as endosmosis by which cell gain water.