Two solutions A and B are separated by a membrane, which is permeable to water but not salts. Solution A is a 2%
NaCl solution, while solution B is a 3% NaCl solution. Which of the following will occur?
a. Water will move from side B to side A.
b. Water will move from side A to side B.
c. Salt will move from side B to side A.
d. Salt will move from side A to side B.
e. Neither salt or water will move across the membrane.
ANSWER: b
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