Hypertonic solution
This is an old revision of this page, as edited by Frey (talk | contribs) at 15:29, March 12, 2008. It may differ significantly from current revision.
A hypertonic solution is a solution in which the concentration of solutes is greater than that of the cell which resides in the solution.[1] Unless the cell can compensate in some way, osmotic pressure will cause water to exit the cell, sometimes with damaging results.
See also
References
- â Wile, Dr. Jay L. Exploring Creation With Biology. Apologia Educational Ministries, Inc. 1998