Which process causes a red blood cell to shrink and crenate when placed in a hypertonic salt solution?

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A Endosmosis
B Exosmosis
C Passive diffusion
D Active transport

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Answer: B. Exosmosis

Answer: (b) Exosmosis
Explanation: Water moves out of the cell toward the higher external solute concentration, causing dehydration.

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Which process causes a red blood cell to shrink and crenate when placed in a hypertonic salt solution?

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