easy · MCAT bio-biochem
A cell is placed in an environment with a very high concentration of salt compared to its internal cytoplasm.
What is the most likely fate of the cell?
- The cell will take in salt to reach equilibrium.
- The cell will maintain its shape via active transport.
- The cell will shrivel (crenation).
- The cell will swell and burst (lysis).
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