Question

Consider the following experiment shown alongside. Which among the following statements are correct?
(i) water moves from the vessel M to N through Y
(ii) Sugar solution moves from conc solution to dilute solution through X
(iii) Water moves from the vessel N to M through Y
(iv) Water moves from B to A through X

• A. (i) and (ii)
• B. (iii) and (iv)
• C. (ii) and (iii)
• D. (i) and (iv)

Answer 1

The correct option is C (ii) and (iii)

This explains the movement of solute from source to sink and how it also helps in ascent of sap.