Consider a cell with a total internal solute concentration of 0.9%. Placing the cell in which bath solution would result in creation of the greatest osmotic pressure in the cell?
A) 0.5% NaCl
B) 0.9% NaCl
C) 1.2% NaCl

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Placing the cell in a 0.5% NaCl solution creates a hypotonic environment, causing water to move into the cell, increasing osmotic pressure inside the cell.

Consider a Cell with a Total Internal Solute Concentration of 0.9