When the pure solvent diffuses out of the solution through the semi-permeable membrane, then the process is called:

Reverse osmosis

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The correct option is A Reverse osmosis
When the pure solvent diffuses out of the solution through the semi-permeable membrane then the process is called reverse osmosis. High pressure is applied which forces water from concentrated aqueous solution like sea water to pure water side through the semi-permeable membrane.

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