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The correct spelling is isotonic.
How to pronounce isotonic
adjective
Say it like: Iso-ton-ic
The correct spelling is isotonic. (of two solutions) having the same osmotic pressure For example: "Use an isotonic saline solution in your neti pot to prevent irritation of your nasal passages."
Usage Examples
“Use an isotonic saline solution in your neti pot to prevent irritation of your nasal passages.”
Definition
adjective
- 1.(of two solutions) having the same osmotic pressure
- 2.(of a medical solution) Having the same concentration of solutes as human blood.
- 3.(of two muscles) having equal tension
- 4.Of or involving muscular contraction against resistance in which the length of the muscle changes. Antonym is isometric. Isotonic movements are either concentric (working muscle shortens) or eccentric (working muscle lengthens). See also Wikipedia:Isotonic (exercise physiology)
- 5.Having the same tone.
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