adj
hypertonic
Hypertonic (adj) means (chemistry) Having a higher osmotic pressure than something it is compared with.
adj
1
(chemistry) Having a higher osmotic pressure than something it is compared with.
2
(medicine) Having unusually stiff or tense muscles.
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What is the meaning of hypertonic?
"hypertonic" (adj) means (chemistry) Having a higher osmotic pressure than something it is compared with.
What is the opposite of hypertonic?
Opposites of "hypertonic" include isotonic, hypotonic.
What are the different meanings of hypertonic?
"hypertonic" has 2 main meanings: 1. (chemistry) Having a higher osmotic pressure than something it is compared with; 2. (medicine) Having unusually stiff or tense muscles.
