A solution having a lower solute concentration than another solution; when cells are placed in a hypotonic solution, water moves into the cells, causing them to swell and possibly burst (lyse).

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1. A solution having a lower solute concentration than another solution; when cells are placed in a hypotonic solution, water moves into the cells, causing them to swell and possibly burst (lyse).
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