Two tanks (tank A and tank B) of pure water are connected by a small hose. Water can flow freely between the tanks. A container of sugar is poured into the water in tank A. Based on the process of osmosis, what will happen to the sugar concentrations over time?
Answer
A
The sugar concentrations in both tanks will be equal.
B
The sugar concentration in tank A will be higher than in tank B.
C
The sugar concentration in tank B will be higher than in tank A.
Explanation
Because the tanks are connected and water can flow freely, the dissolved sugar can spread through the water from tank A into tank B. Over time, mixing distributes the sugar throughout both tanks, so their concentrations become equal. The sugar does not remain at a higher concentration in either tank.
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