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Will cells in isotonic solution change shape?

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Answer: Cells in an isotonic solution do not change shape:

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Cells in an isotonic solution retain their shape. Cells in a hypotonic solution swell as water enters the cell, and may burst if the concentration gradient is large enough between the inside and outside of the cell. Cells in a hypertonic solution shrink as water exits the cell, becoming shriveled.

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