How Will the Osmotic Pressure of an Aqueous Solution Change

question 25

Multiple Choice

How will the osmotic pressure of an aqueous solution change as evaporation occurs?

• A)The osmotic pressure will increase.
• B)The osmotic pressure will not change.
• C)The osmotic pressure will decrease.
• D)The osmotic pressure will increase or decrease until it equals the vapor pressure of water.

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