NTA Abhyas NEET2020BotanyTransport in PlantsPractice
Which of the following has the maximum water potential?
Options
- APure water
- B2% sucrose solution
- C4% glucose solution
- D10% sodium chloride solution
Correct answer
A. Pure water
Step-by-step solution
Water potential is the difference in free energy or chemical potential per unit molal volume of water in a system and that of pure water at the same temperature and pressure. The water potential of pure water is zero and it decreases on the addition of solutes.