A Beaker with a Membrane Is Separating Two Solutions, Initially

question 45

Multiple Choice

A beaker with a membrane is separating two solutions, initially of equal volumes. The solution on side A is 100 mM KCl while the solution on side B is 150 mM sucrose. The membrane is not permeable to ions or carbohydrates. In what way will the water move?

• A) down its concentration gradient from side B to side A
• B) down its concentration gradient from side A to side B
• C) In osmosis, water moves against its concentration gradient.
• D) As sucrose dissociates, it creates more individual molecules in solution and is therefore the higher concentration gradient.
• E) There is no movement of water.

---

Definitions:

Financial Statements

Official documentation reflecting the monetary transactions and status of a company, individual, or different entity.

Accounting Equation

A fundamental principle of accounting that maintains that assets are always equal to the sum of liabilities plus equity (Assets = Liabilities + Equity).

Accounting Equation

The accounting equation represents the relationship between a company's assets, liabilities, and equity, illustrating that assets are funded by borrowing (liabilities) or investing (equity).

Stock Issuances

The process of making new shares available for sale to investors, often used by companies to raise capital.