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Which of the following has maximum water potential?

a)

Pure water

b)

2% sucrose solution

c)

4% glucose solution

d)

10% sodium chloride solution



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Which of the following has maximum water potential?

a)

Pure water

b)

2% sucrose solution

c)

4% glucose solution

d)

10% sodium chloride solution

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Answer Key / Explanation : (a) -

(a)

Water potential is the difference in free energy or chemical potential per unit molal volume of water in a system and that of pure water at the same temperature and pressure. The water potential of pure water is zero and it decreases on addition of solutes.

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