Biology 2010 Student Edition

Published by Prentice Hall
ISBN 10: 9780133669510
ISBN 13: 978-0-13366-951-0

Chapter 7, Cell Structure and Function - Standardized Text Prep - Page 223: 11

Answer

Concentration of water in the cell is low as compared to that of a fresh water reservoir. Hence, when a cell is placed in water, it may take up water through osmosis or diffusion, which increases the amount of water in the cell, causing possible bursting.

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Concentration of water in the cell is low as compared to that of a fresh water reservoir. Hence, when a cell is placed in water, it may take up water through osmosis or diffusion, which increases the amount of water in the cell, causing possible bursting.
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