Answer
The water in a swimming pool is hypertonic. But our skin is impermeable, so it acts as a barrier and does not allow the water to pass through.
Work Step by Step
Same as above.
Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology (12th Edition)
by Marieb, Elaine N.; Hoehn, Katja N.
Published by
Pearson
ISBN 10:
1292216239
ISBN 13:
978-1-29221-623-2
Chapter 4 - Skin and Body Membranes - Review Questions - Page 158: 28
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