Question

Solutions A and B are separated by a semi-permeable membrane and water moves from A to B. Hence, solution B is a/an

• A. Hypertonic
• B. Hypotonic
• C. Isotonic
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Hypertonic

Solution B is a hypertonic solution. A hypertonic solution is one where the concentration of solutes is greater outside the cell than inside it. Since B has a higher concentration than A, water moves from A to B to equalize the concentration in both the solutions.