Two open beakers one containing a solvent and the other containing a mixture of that solvent with a non volatile solute are together sealed in a container. Over time:

Options

A. the volume of the solution and the solvent does not change
B. the volume of the solution increases and the volume of the solvent decreases
C. the volume of the solution decreases and the volume of the solvent increases
D. the volume of the solution does not change and the volume of the solvent decreases

Explanation

To solve the problem, we need to analyze the situation of two beakers, one containing a pure solvent and the other containing a solution of that solvent with a non-volatile solute, sealed in a container. We will consider the changes that occur over time.

### Step-by-Step Solution:

1. **Understanding the Setup**:
- We have two beakers: one with pure solvent (let's say water) and the other with a solution (water + non-volatile solute, like salt).
- Both beakers are open to the atmosphere but are sealed in a larger container.

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