Big Idea 5: Tonicity Review

The solution surrounding the cell in Diagram B, would be defined as:

• hypertonic

• hypotonic

• isotonic

The solution surrounding the cell in Diagram C, would be defined as

• hypertonic

• isotonic

• hypotonic

The cell below is in a _________ solution.

• Hypotonic
• Hypertonic
• Isotonic

The cell below is in a _____________ solution.

• Hypertonic
• Hypotonic
• Isotonic

What type of solution is this cell in?

• Isotonic
• Hypertonic
• Hypotonic
• diffused

If the dots represent sugar what direction will the water flow?

• Into the cell

• Out of the cell

• Both equally (equilibrium)

What type of solution allows water to enter the plant cell?

• hypotonic solution
• hypertonic solution
• isotonic solution
• active transport

The cells seem to be swelling and about to burst what type of solution are they most likely in?

• Hypertonic
• Isotonic
• Hypotonic

Which molecule is in equilibrium? How can you tell?

• Molecule A; equal amounts inside and outside

• Molecule B; passive movement into the cell

• Molecule C; equal amounts inside and outside

• Molecule C; all molecules are inside the cell

In this picture, which way will the water move?

• Water will move into the cell
• Water will move out of the cell
• Water will move in and out of the cell
• Water will not move