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Which one of the following statements is false about osmotic pressure?

A

It is the pressure of the hydrostatic column set up due to osmosis.

B

It is the pressure applied on the solution to prevent the entry of the solvent into it through the semi permeable membrane.

C

A solution of low osmotic pressure is termed hypertonic.

D

None of these.

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A solution of low osmotic pressure is termed hypertonic.
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