17Diffusion Osmosis Membrane TransportMedium1 markThe cholera bacterium produces a toxin that causes the secretion of chloride ions into the small intestine. Which statement describes the consequence of this?AThe water potential in the small intestine decreases, so water moves into the small intestine.BThe water potential in the small intestine decreases, so water moves out of the small intestine.CThe water potential in the small intestine increases, so water moves into the small intestine.DThe water potential in the small intestine increases, so water moves out of the small intestine.Grade answerGrading criteria