When the fluid within a cell has a higher concentration of dissolved substances than the fluid surrounding the cell,we say the fluid surrounding the cell is _____.
A)hypertonic
B)isotonic
C)superhypertonic
D)hypotonic

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When the fluid within a cell has a higher concentration of dissolved substances than the fluid surrounding the cell, the fluid surrounding the cell is said to be hypotonic. In a hypotonic solution, there is a higher concentration of water molecules, and they move into the cell to try to balance the concentration of dissolved substances. As a result, the cell may swell and potentially burst.

When the Fluid Within a Cell Has a Higher Concentration