The Cell Wall Will Help Prevent the Cell from Bursting

Question

The cell wall will help prevent the cell from bursting in ______ conditions.
A) mesotonic
B) hypotonic
C) isotonic
D) hypertonic

Accepted Answer

In hypotonic conditions, water enters the cell due to osmosis, potentially causing it to swell and burst. The cell wall provides structural support and prevents the cell from bursting by counteracting the osmotic pressure.