Function of The Cell Membrane Flashcards
1
Q
Isotonic - the concentration of solutes is DIFFERENT inside and outside the cell. Water moves equally in both direction
A
False
The concentration of solutes is the SAME inside and outside the cell. Water moves equally in both directions
2
Q
Hypertonic - The solution has a ____ solute concentration than the cell. Water moves out and the cell ____
A
Higher, shrinks
3
Q
Hypotonic - The solution has a ___ solute concentration than the cell. Water moves in and the cell ____
A
Lower, expands/swell