Water Potential in Biochemistry Formulas

Water Potential is the potential energy of water per unit volume relative to pure water in reference conditions. And is denoted by Ψ. Water Potential is usually measured using the Pascal for Pressure. Note that the value of Water Potential is always positive.

Formulas to find Water Potential in Biochemistry

fxApproximate Water Potential of CellGo

Biochemistry formulas that make use of Water Potential

fxSolute Potential of Cell given Water and Pressure PotentialGo

fxPressure Potential of Cell given Water and Solute PotentialGo

List of variables in Biochemistry formulas

fx Solute Potential Go

fx Pressure Potential Go

FAQ

What is the Water Potential?

Water Potential is the potential energy of water per unit volume relative to pure water in reference conditions. Water Potential is usually measured using the Pascal for Pressure. Note that the value of Water Potential is always positive.

Can the Water Potential be negative?

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

What unit is used to measure Water Potential?

Water 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 Water Potential can be measured.

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