AIIMS2001Biology-Cell Biology
AIIMS 2001 Biology Osmosis MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11
A human RBC is placed in 1.5% salt solution. It will:-
A
swell up
B
shrink
C
remain unaffected
D
burst
Correct Answer
Option B
Detailed Explanation
A 1.5% salt solution is hypertonic to the RBC, causing water to move out of the cell, leading to shrinkage.
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