Question

in a hypertonic solution, which means above strength, which of the following will happen? the cells gain water and the cell swells. the cell is unaffected by the water. the cells lose water and the cell shrivels.

Explanation:

In a hypertonic solution, there is a higher solute - concentration outside the cell compared to inside. Osmosis causes water to move out of the cell from an area of lower solute - concentration (inside the cell) to an area of higher solute - concentration (outside the cell).

Answer:

The cells lose water and the cell shrivels.