Question

If 'X' is the initial mass of raisins and 'y' is the final mass of raisins after soaking in water. Calculate the percentage of water absorbed by raisins.

Answer 1

initial mass(dry mass) = x
final mass after absorption = y

percentage of water absorbed = $\frac{y-x}{x} \times 100$ %

Answer 2

Answer:

$\frac{(y - x)}{x} \times 100$