Question

What would happen to a plant cell placed in a hypotonic solution?

A. Lyse
B. Swell but remain intact
C. Shrivel
D. Remain unchanged
E. Take up solutes

Answer 1

Swell but remain intact

Step-by-step explanation:

When a plant cell is placed in a hypotonic solution (low solute concentration) it causes the cell to absorb the water which makes the vacoule fill up or swell. However because of the presence of the cell wall in plant cells, the cell wouldnt burst but remain intact.