Most bacterial cells can keep from bursting in a hypotonic environment because of:

A) a stiff capsule.
B) a rigid cell wall.
C) a tough cell membrane.
D) an efficient water pump.
E) pumping large quantities of salts into the cell.

Hypotonic Environment

An environment in which the concentration of solutes is lower outside the cell than inside, leading to water influx into the cell.

Rigid Cell Wall

A structural component found in plants, fungi, and certain bacteria, providing support and protection, often composed of cellulose in plants.

Efficient Water Pump

A device or system that minimizes energy consumption while maximizing the volume of water moved or lifted.