When a solution is hypertonic?

Answer 1

Let us put hypotonic into the mix. Hyper is more, hypo is less so that puts -tonic right in the middle, as a reference point.

That reference point is also called equilibrium. When a solution contains more solute that it would normally contain at equilibrium it is hypertonic, and when a solution has dissolved in it less than the amount of solute that it would normally contain at equilibrium it is hypotonic.

Answer 2

A hypertonic solution is best described as a solution which has a greater concentration of solutes on the outside of a cell when compared to the inside of the the cell. Commonly used in the medical field, examples are Saline solution and sugar based solutions used in IV drips. The use of the word Hypertonic makes it essentially a comparative title, describing fluids which contain greater concentrations of the ingredient elements of body fluids such as blood.

Answer 3

A hypertonic solution contains less solute and more water compared to the cytoplasm of a cell. The opposite of a hypertonic solution is a hypotonic solution.

Answer 4

When a solution is hypertonic water/salt moves out.

Answer 5

A solution that is hypotonic to the cell, has more of a solute(s) present inside the cell then outside.

Answer 6

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