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What does it mean for an environment to be isotonic?

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Answer:
The correct answer is : The concentration of solute in the environment is equal to the concentration inside the cell.
Step-by-step explanation:
Isotonic environment is an environment the amount of solute concentration is equal on both side of the semipermeable membrane or the cell. in such condition there would be no water movement towards particular direction or will take place and as there is no water movement so there would be no change in shape or size of the cell. The osmotic pressure in an isotonic environment would be same on both side of the membrane.
Thus, the correct answer is : The concentration of solute in the environment is equal to the concentration inside the cell.
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