For the cells in a human body, an isotonic solution is 0.9% NaCl. If a red blood cell is placed in a 1% NaCl solution, what will happen to the cell?

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Jillian Rosario

Chemistry

9 September, 23:50

For the cells in a human body, an isotonic solution is 0.9% NaCl. If a red blood cell is placed in a 1% NaCl solution, what will happen to the cell?

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Jakayla Santos · Answer 1

Answer: The red blood cell will shrink due to water loss

Explanation:

Because 1% NaCl solution is slightly more concentrated than its isotonic 0.9% form, the red blood cell will lose its cell containing fluids such as water to the MORE concentrated environment.

This water loss after a prolonged period will result in shrinking of the red blood cell.