Solute Potential in Biochemistry Formulas

Solute Potential is pressure which needs to be applied to a solution to prevent the inward flow of water across a semipermeable membrane. And is denoted by Ψ_s. Solute Potential is usually measured using the Pascal for Pressure. Note that the value of Solute Potential is always positive.

Formulas to find Solute Potential in Biochemistry

fxSolute Potential of Cell given Water and Pressure PotentialGo

Biochemistry formulas that make use of Solute Potential

fxApproximate Water Potential of CellGo

fxPressure Potential of Cell given Water and Solute PotentialGo

List of variables in Biochemistry formulas

fx Water Potential Go

fx Pressure Potential Go

FAQ

What is the Solute Potential?

Solute Potential is pressure which needs to be applied to a solution to prevent the inward flow of water across a semipermeable membrane. Solute Potential is usually measured using the Pascal for Pressure. Note that the value of Solute Potential is always positive.

Can the Solute Potential be negative?

No, the Solute Potential, measured in Pressure cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Solute Potential?

Solute Potential is usually measured using the Pascal[Pa] for Pressure. Kilopascal[Pa], Bar[Pa], Pound Per Square Inch[Pa] are the few other units in which Solute Potential can be measured.

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