Question 7
Cell and Its EnvironmentThe process that brings about the shrinking of a Spirogyra cell when placed in a strong solution is
- A.osmosis
- B.autolysis
- C.plasmolysis
- D.diffusion
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Answer: C (plasmolysis)
Explanation
In a strong solution water leaves the cell and the cytoplasm pulls away from the wall: plasmolysis.