If some solute is dissolved in pure H2O, the solution has increased its
A
water potential
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B
solute concentration
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C
water concentration
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D
all of the above
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Solution
The correct option is B solute concentration Pure water has the greatest water potential. The water potential of pure water at standard temperature is taken as zero. If some solute is dissolved in pure water, the solution has fewer free water and the concentration of water decreases, reducing its water potential and increasing its solute concentration.