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Question
The diagram given below represents an experimental set – up to demonstrate a certain process. Study the same and answer the questions that follow:

Define the above named process.
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Solution
Osmosis is the diffusion of water molecules across a semi-permeable membrane from a more dilute solution (with a lower solute concentration) to a less dilute solution (with a higher solute concentration).
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