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A scientist put red blood cells in water that contained salt. Over time, the red blood cells burst. What is most likely true?

a The concentration of water inside the cell was greater than in the salt water.
b There was a higher concentration of salt in the water than in the cells.
c There was a lower concentration of salt in the water than in the cells.
d The concentration of water in the cells and salt water were equal.

User Zahid Karim
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B.
Water is drawn towards salt
User Sreeraj Chundayil
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Answer: B.

Explanation: Hope this helps.

User Redhwan
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