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Question
CBSEENCH12010091

What are isotonic solutions? 

Solution

Isotonic solutions are those solutions that have the same osmotic pressure at a given temperature. An isotonic solution refers to two solutions having the same osmotic pressure across a semipermeable membrane.  For example, 0.9% sodium chloride, commonly called the normal saline Normal saline solution contains 0.9% sodium chloride and is primarily used as the intravenous fluid in medical settings.