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ΨW of pure water at standard temperature which is not under any pressure is taken to be

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infinite
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less than TP
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zero
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more than OP
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Solution

The correct option is C zero
Water potential is denoted by the Greek symbol Ψ. It is expressed in pressure units such as pascals (Pa). By convention, at standard temperature, the water potential of pure water which is not under any pressure is taken to be zero.

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