In relation to the body, hypotonic refers to a fluid which has a lower concentration of electrolytes than the cells it surrounds. As a result, the body attempts to draw the fluid into the cells to balance the concentration of electrolytes in the fluid and cells. However, if the concentration of electrolytes in the fluid differs considerably from that in the cells, the walls of a cell may rupture as it attempts to draw the fluid in, causing death of the cell.
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