Raisins absorb water by___________.

Osmosis

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Simple diffusion

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Imbibition

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Active absorption

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Solution

The correct option is C
Imbibition

Imbibition is the process of adsorption of water by substances without forming a solution. Swelling of raisins when immersed in water is an example of imbibition. Imbibition is the temporary increase in the volume of the cell. Imbibition is a passive transport of materials that does not require energy during the process.

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