In which of the following is solution X hypotonic relative to solution Y?
A) Solution X has a greater solute concentration than solution Y.
B) Solution X has a lower solute concentration than solution Y.
C) Solution X and solution Y have the same solute concentration.
D) All of the above
E) None of the above

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A solution is considered hypotonic when it has a lower solute concentration compared to another solution. Therefore, if solution X has a lower solute concentration than solution Y, then solution X is hypotonic relative to solution Y.

In Which of the Following Is Solution X Hypotonic Relative