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Question
Choose the correct answer:
Plasmolysis will occur when the cell is placed in a __________
Options
hypotonic solution
isotonic solution
hypertonic solution
acidic solution
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Solution
Plasmolysis will occur when the cell is placed in a hypertonic solution
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