Two Solutions a and B Are Separated by a Membrane

question 38

Multiple Choice

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.

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