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hypotonic

Hypotonic (adj) means having a lower osmotic pressure than another.

adj
1
Having a lower osmotic pressure than another.
2
Showing less than normal tension in the muscles or muscle tissue.
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What is the meaning of hypotonic?

"hypotonic" (adj) means having a lower osmotic pressure than another.

What are the different meanings of hypotonic?

"hypotonic" has 2 main meanings: 1. Having a lower osmotic pressure than another; 2. Showing less than normal tension in the muscles or muscle tissue.

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