Question

what type of solution is this cell in?
how do you know?

Explanation:

Step1: Analyze water movement

Water is moving out of the cell.

Step2: Recall solution types

In a hypertonic solution, water moves out of the cell.

Answer:

The cell is in a hypertonic solution. We know this because water (\(H_2O\)) is moving out of the cell. In a hypertonic solution, the solute concentration outside the cell is higher than inside. According to the principle of osmosis (movement of water from an area of lower solute concentration to an area of higher solute concentration), water will exit the cell, which is what is depicted in the diagram.