Hypotonic & isotonic Flashcards
1
Q
Hypotonic:
A
The concentration of solutes is lower outside the cell than in the
concentration of solutes inside the cell. (H2O in)
2
Q
Why do the cells burst?
A
because of water flowing into them due to the high concentration of salts, sugars, and proteins in the cytoplasm
3
Q
Isotonic:
A
The concentration of solutes outside the cell is equal to the concentration inside the cell
4
Q
Turgor pressure:
A
Water pressure
5
Q
Turgor pressure 2 types:
A
Turgid
Flaccid
6
Q
Tugid:
A
Full of water
7
Q
Flaccid:
A
Lacking water
