Question

the diagram below shows a solution with one solute. the solution fills a closed container that is divided by a membrane. the membrane is permeable to the solute particles. 3 ml 1 ml the volume on the left is three times as large as 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.

Explanation:

Equilibrium is reached when the solute - particle concentration is equal on both sides of the membrane. Since the left - hand side has a larger volume, there are more solute particles per unit volume on the right - hand side initially. Solute particles will move from an area of higher concentration (right) to an area of lower concentration (left) to reach equilibrium.

Answer:

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