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Why would plant cells become wilted in a concentrated sugar solution?

A:They lose water by osmosis
B:They are not receiving enough light
C:They lose water by active transport
D:They gain water by osmosis

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A. When placed in the solution, the cell tries to reach an equilibrium. The cell will lose water by trying to balance the solution on the inside and outside of the cell.
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High cdyogohhlvoy tech ig. Hi Vic.
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