DUMET Medical DUMET Medical Solved Paper-2004

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    During absorption of \[{{H}_{2}}O\] by roots, the \[{{H}_{2}}O\]potential of cell sap is lower than that of:

    A)  solution outside

    B)  pure \[{{H}_{2}}O\]

    C)  one

    D)  none of the above

    Correct Answer: B

    Solution :

    Water potential is the difference in the free energy or chemical potential per unit molal volume of water in a system and that pure water at the same temperature and pressure of water solutions the value of water potential is always negative or less than zero. During absorption of water by roots the water potential of cell sap is lower than that of pure water. Due to higher osmotic pressure of  water. in the root hair the water from soil passes - the root hair.


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