MCQ
The diagram given below represents two liquids, separated by a membrane through which osmosis can occur.
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What movement of molecules will occur?
  • A
    Molecules of dissolved substance move from left to right.
  • B
    Molecules of dissolved substance move from right to left.
  • Overall, water molecules move from left to right.
  • D
    Overall, water molecules move from right to left.

Answer

Correct option: C.
Overall, water molecules move from left to right.
(c) Overall, water molecules move from left to right.
Explanation:
Osmosis is a process of movement of solvents through a semi-permeable membrane from a region of lower solute concentration to higher solute concentration. In this case, water will move from left to right.

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