In the cell pictured, there is no net movement of water. The amount leaving the cell and entering the cell is the same. In what type of environment is this cell found?
A) hypertonic
B) hypotonic
C) isotonic
D) none of the above

Question

In the cell pictured, there is no net movement of water. The amount leaving the cell and entering the cell is the same. In what type of environment is this cell found? 
A) hypertonic 
B) hypotonic 
C) isotonic 
D) none of the above

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

In an isotonic environment, the concentration of solutes outside the cell is equal to the concentration of solutes inside the cell. Therefore, there is no net movement of water into or out of the cell.

In the Cell Pictured, There Is No Net Movement of Water