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What increases in volume when the cell is placed in water

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When a cell is placed in a hypotonic solution, water rushes into the membrane, increasing the cell's volume. Eventually, the cell's membrane is enlarged such that it pushes against the cell's rigid wall.
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Answer: Most biological membranes are relatively impermeable to ions and other solutes, but like all phospholipid bilayers, they are somewhat permeable to water (see Figure 15-1). got this from anthor guy

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