asked 61.5k views
4 votes
What does it mean to say that a plant cell is isotonic to its surrounding solution

1 Answer

4 votes

Answer:

A cell in an isotonic solution is in equilibrium with its surroundings, meaning the solute concentrations inside and outside are the same (iso means equal in Latin). In this state there is no concentration gradient and therefore, no large movement of water in or out. Step-by-step explanation:

answered
User Linuscash
by
7.3k points

No related questions found

Welcome to Qamnty — a place to ask, share, and grow together. Join our community and get real answers from real people.