Biology Class 9

Why do animal cells burst in pure water?

What’s missing in animal cells?

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uniboardhub
2 weeks ago

Animal cells lack a cell wall. When water enters due to osmosis, the plasma membrane cannot withstand the pressure, causing the cell to burst (lysis).

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