Question

the volume on the left is half the volume on the right. which of the following statements describes how the solution will change over time? for the solute particles to reach equilibrium, more particles will move across the membrane to the left than to the right. for the solute particles to reach equilibrium, more particles will move across the membrane to the right than to the left. because the solute particles have reached equilibrium, the same number of particles will move across the membrane in each direction.

Explanation:

Diffusion aims to equalize solute - particle concentration. Since the left - hand side has a smaller volume and a lower concentration of solute particles compared to the right - hand side initially, for equilibrium to be reached, more solute particles will move from the area of higher concentration (right) to the area of lower concentration (left).

Answer:

For the solute particles to reach equilibrium, more particles will move across the membrane to the left than to the right.