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If the cell has 85% water and the environment has 20% solute, what will happen to the cell?

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Answer: When placed into a solution that is 30% water and 70% salt, what would happen to a cell that has a 70% water concentration? The cell will maintain its 70% water concentration and swell to allow for some salt to enter the cell to reach equilibrium with the environment. All organisms contain DNA and RNA.

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