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Questions
The highest water potential (capacity to move out higher concentrated solution) is that of ______.
The highest water potential is that of ______
Options
Pure water
10% salt solution
Honey
50% sugar solution
10% sugar solution
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Solution
Pure water
Explanation:
Water potential is the ability of water to migrate towards a more concentrated solution. It is the highest for pure water.
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