The excess pressure that is applied to t...

The excess pressure that is applied to the solution to prevent the passage of solvent into it through a semipermeable membrane is referred to as

A

partial pressure of the solution is less than that of pure solvent

B

vapour pressure of the solvent

C

osmotic pressure of the solution

D

None of these

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The correct Answer is:

C

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