What will be the direction of movement of water when a solution $A$ having a water potential of $-9 \ bars$ and another solution $B$ having a water potential of $-4 \ bars$ are separated by a semipermeable membrane?

  • A
    $B$ to $A$
  • B
    $A$ to $B$
  • C
    Both directions
  • D
    None of these

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