Question

when comparing the amount of solute on one side of a membrane to the other, the side with the higher amount of solute is referred to as

hypertonic

isotonic

hypotonic

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Explanation:

In osmosis, a hypertonic solution has a higher solute - concentration compared to another solution separated by a membrane. An isotonic solution has equal solute concentrations on both sides of the membrane, and a hypotonic solution has a lower solute concentration.

Answer:

A. Hypertonic