Question

what is the process when the cell swells? is it hyper or hypo?

Answer 1

cell swells when put in hypotonic solutions

Answer 2

hmm so hypo => swell then hyper => shrink?

Answer 3

yes. if cell is placed in hypertonic solution it will shrivel up : water will exit the cell to equalize the solute outside.

Answer 4

thanks. i always get confused

Answer 5

thanks. i always get confused

Answer 6

no prob.