hypertonic (Meaning)
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hypertonic (a)
(of living tissue) in a state of abnormally high tension
(of a solution) having a higher osmotic pressure than a comparison solution
Synonyms & Antonyms of hypertonic
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hypertonic Sentence Examples
- The hypertonic solution caused water to flow out of the red blood cells, resulting in crenation.
- The injury created a hypertonic environment, drawing fluids from the surrounding tissue.
- The plant cells placed in a hypertonic environment exhibited plasmolysis.
- Hypertonic saline is used clinically to treat hypovolemic shock.
- The hypertonic muscle contractions of the heart propel blood throughout the body.
- The hypertonic agent glycerol is used to preserve biological specimens.
- Hypertonic seizures are a rare but serious complication of diabetic ketoacidosis.
- The hypertonic secretions of the salivary glands promote digestion.
- Hypertonic bladder contractions can cause pain and urinary urgency.
- The hypertonic stimulation of the vagus nerve can lead to bradycardia.
FAQs About the word hypertonic
(of living tissue) in a state of abnormally high tension, (of a solution) having a higher osmotic pressure than a comparison solution
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No antonyms found.
The hypertonic solution caused water to flow out of the red blood cells, resulting in crenation.
The injury created a hypertonic environment, drawing fluids from the surrounding tissue.
The plant cells placed in a hypertonic environment exhibited plasmolysis.
Hypertonic saline is used clinically to treat hypovolemic shock.
