The Value for Ψ in Root Tissue Was Found to Be

question 26

Multiple Choice

The value for Ψ in root tissue was found to be -0.15 MPA. Which of the following best describes water flow if the root tissue was placed it in a 0.1 M solution of sucrose (Ψ = -0.23 MPa) ?

• A) Water would flow from the tissue into the sucrose solution.
• B) Water would flow from the sucrose solution into the tissue.
• C) Water would flow in both directions and the concentrations would remain equal.
• D) Water would flow only if ATP was hydrolyzed in the tissue.

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