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What is does the prefix hyper mean in hypertonic?

The prefix "hyper" in "hypertonic" means "above," "beyond," or "excessive."

In the context of solutions, "hypertonic" refers to a solution with a higher concentration of solutes compared to another solution.

So, a hypertonic solution has a higher concentration of dissolved substances than the solution it's being compared to.

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