Cell Homeostasis Answers

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Which solution would most likely cause a plant placed in it to become firmer and more rigid?

A
hypertonic
B
hypotonic
C
isotonic
D
osmotic
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Which best describes dynamic equilibrium?

A
There is a difference in concentration on either side of the cell membrane.
B
There is an uneven distribution of particles inside and outside the cell.
C
Particles are moving into and out of the cell, but their concentrations remain stable.
D
A concentration gradient is forcing water out of the cell and particles into the cell.
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In which kind of solution is the concentration of solutes the same inside and outside of the cell?

A
isotonic
B
hypertonic
C
hypotonic
D
concentrated
4

Which adaptation helps polar bears maintain a constant internal temperature (thermal homeostasis) in cold weather?

A
three layers of fur
B
blubber
C
finding shade underground
D
white skin
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The data in the graph are the result of a paramecium being placed in a hypertonic salt solution.What change would most improve the usefulness of the graph?

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A
Replace the concentration descriptions with actual values.
B
Plot contractions per second instead of contractions per minute.
C
Remove the plotted points and just keep the line.
D
Remove the name of the organism from the title.
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For diffusion to occur, which condition must be met?

A
A concentration gradient must exist.
B
A hypotonic external environment must exist.
C
A hypertonic external environment must exist.
D
Dynamic equilibrium must exist.

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