Q. If solute particles are added in pure water, its diffusion pressure will be

A) Increased
B) Decreased
C) Remain constant
D) Become less than zero
Explanation

Pure water has maximum diffusion pressure. It solute particles are added in pure water, its diffusion pressure gets lowered and this reduction/decrease in diffusion pressure of water in a solution in reference to its pure state is termed as diffusion pressure deficit

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