Semipermeable Membranes
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What is the physical significance of the value of M2 calculated?

  • Number of moles of the gas
  • Molar mass of the gas (correct)
  • Partial pressure of the gas
  • Molar volume of the gas
  • What is the primary cause of water loss in a raw mango when placed in a concentrated salt solution?

  • Diffusion
  • Passive transport
  • Osmosis (correct)
  • Active transport
  • What is the term used to describe the swelling of blood cells in a hypotonic solution?

  • Lysis
  • Edema (correct)
  • Haemolysis
  • Crenation
  • Which of the following is an example of an isotonic solution?

    <p>A 0.9% NaCl solution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of adding salt or sugar to preserve meat or fruits?

    <p>To prevent bacterial growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary mechanism by which water moves into plant roots from the soil?

    <p>Osmosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which direction will water flow through a selectively permeable membrane if a plant cell is placed in a hypertonic solution?

    <p>Out of the cell</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to describe the process by which a wilted flower revives when placed in fresh water?

    <p>Rehydration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the condition characterized by an excess of fluid in the intercellular spaces due to excessive salt intake?

    <p>Edema</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an application of colligative properties?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

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