Question 23M.1A.SL.TZ1.4

Onion (Allium cepa) epidermis was placed in pure water and observed with a light microscope using high magnification.

What would happen to these cells if they were transferred to a hypertonic solution?

A.  Cells would gain mass.

B.  Cells would take in water by osmosis and swell.

C.  Cells would burst open, releasing their content.

D.  Cell membranes would detach from walls at some points.