A freshwater fish is placed into a saltwater aquarium. Since the solution is considered hypertonic compared to the cells, osmosis will occur to maintain homeostasis. What is the result on the fish cells if homeostasis is not maintained?

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The cells will gain water and shrink.
The cells will lose water and shrink.
The cells will lose water and swell.
The cells will gain water and swell.

Answer 1

The cells will lose water and shrink.