Asked by
Anthony Galdi
on Oct 26, 2024Verified
Fluid that has a higher osmotic pressure than a cell is called ___________.
A) hypotonic
B) hypertonic
C) turgor pressure
D) isotonic
E) plasmolysis
Hypertonic
A Hypertonic solution is one in which the concentration of solutes is greater outside the cell than inside it, leading to cell shrinkage.
Osmotic Pressure
Osmotic pressure is the pressure that must be applied to a solution to prevent the inward flow of water across a semipermeable membrane, driven by differences in solute concentration.
Turgor Pressure
Turgor Pressure is the force within the cell that pushes the plasma membrane against the cell wall, crucial for maintaining plant cell structure and rigidity.
- Elucidate the impact of osmotic pressure on cellular structures.
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Learning Objectives
- Elucidate the impact of osmotic pressure on cellular structures.