A red blood cell haemolyses when placed in a hypotonic solution because

BIOLOGY
WAEC 2001

A red blood cell haemolyses when placed in a hypotonic solution because

  • A. it contains haemoglobin
  • B. the cytoplasm is less dense
  • C. the cell lacks a wall
  • D. its pigment has a high affinity for water

Correct Answer: B. the cytoplasm is less dense



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