Consider the Two Containers Below, Which Are Separated by a Semipermeable

question 31

Multiple Choice

Consider the two containers below, which are separated by a semipermeable membrane that only allows the passage of small solutes. If A contains 6% NaCl in water and B contains 3% NaCl in water, which of the following will occur?

• A) The volume of water in A will increase.
• B) The volume of water in B will increase.
• C) NaCl will flow from A to B.
• D) NaCl will flow from B to A.
• E) Nothing will happen.

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