Question

In 2-3 sentences, explain WHY the Elodea cells placed in the salt solution look different than they do in water. Include in your answer: What molecule is diffusing in this situation? What causes the appearance to change in salt?

Answer 1

Answer:

The phenomenon of plasmolysis.

Explanation:

When cells of Elodea are placed in a salt solution the phenomenon of plasmolysis occurs and the water will start to move out from the cell. The concentration of salts in the cell will get high due to the diffusion of salt molecules inward. The organelles will look like as they are centered to the cell by hook.