Question

64. Process of imbibition results in
(a) increase in the volume of imbibant but without
development of pressure.
(b) decrease in the volume of imbibant and development
of pressure.
(c) no change in volume of imbibant but pressure
develops.
(d) increases in volume of imbibant and development of
pressure.​

Answer 1

Answer:

Imbibition is the process of adsorption of water by substances without forming a solution. Swelling of seeds when immersed in water is an example of imbibition. Imbibition is the temporary increase in the volume of the cell. Imbibition is a passive transport of materials that does not require energy during the process.

D is the right answer!