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Question
Differentiate between the following on the basis of what is indicated in the bracket.
Hypotonic solution and Hypertonic solution (condition of a plant cell when placed in them).
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Solution
| Hypotonic solution | Hypertonic solution |
| The plant cell becomes turgid. | The plant cell becomes flaccid. |
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