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A word which describes a solution which is more dilute than cytoplasm and would cause a cell to swell with water

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A hypertonic solution has increased solute, and a net movement of water outside causing the cell to shrink. A hypotonic solution has decreased solute concentration, and a net movement of water inside the cell, causing swelling or breakage.

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