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What happens to an animal cell in a hypertonic solution?

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A solution is hypertonic to a cell if it has a higher solute (dissolved substance) concentration than the cell does. ... Many solutes are too large or charged to cross the cell membrane but water can diffuse freely. In a hypertonic environment, osmosis forces water out of the cells. read more

By Kevin Carr; Updated March 13, 2018 Unlike plant cells that have rigid cell walls, animal cells have flexible cell membranes that allow the cell to enlarge or shrink. read more

When placed into an hypertonic solution, animal cells will shrivel up, while plant cells will stay firm thanks to their air-filled vacuole. In a hypotonic solution, the cells will take on water and appear more plump. In an isotonic solution, they'll stay the same. read more

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