When the concentration of a solute is less on one side of the cell membrane, as compared to the other, the solution is referred to as:
A) hypotonic.
B) hypertonic.
C) isotonic.
D) deficient.

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A solution is considered hypotonic when the concentration of solutes is lower compared to the other side of the cell membrane. This causes water to move from an area of high concentration (outside the cell) to an area of low concentration (inside the cell) in order to balance out the concentration gradient.

When the Concentration of a Solute Is Less on One