Two solutions with similar solute concentrations are separated by a membrane that only water can pass through. One solution (B) Is of greater volume than the other (A). What will happen next?
a) The pressure gradient will drive water A, which will cause the solute concentration of B to increase
b) Water will pass to B, increasing its volume.
c) Any water that passes to A will create a tension on B, pulling the water back
Answer: a) The pressure gradient will drive water A, which will cause the solute concentration of B to increase
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