Solution 1 has a higher concentration of NaCl than solution 2.A membrane permeable only to Na⁺ and water separates the two membranes.Which of the following is true?
A)Na+ will diffuse into solution 2 until the two solutions become isotonic.
B)Solution 2 has a higher osmolarity.
C)A membrane potential will develop, with the negative side being in solution 1.
D)Solution 2 will gain water from solution 1.
E)Eventually, solution 2 will contain only Na+ and solution 1 will contain only Cl-

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A membrane potential will develop because Na⁺ ions will move from solution 1 to solution 2, creating a charge difference across the membrane. Solution 1 will become negatively charged relative to solution 2.

Solution 1 Has a Higher Concentration of NaCl Than Solution