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Osmotic pressure of a solution is...

Osmotic pressure of a solution is

A

More then that of pure solvent

B

Less than that of pure solvent

C

Variable depending upon concentration

D

Equal to thet of pure solvent

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The correct Answer is:
A
Osmotic pressure of a solution is always higher then that of pure water. However, osmotic potential is always negative or less than that of pure water.
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