Question

The solvent and other dissolve compounds that pass through the membrane is called __________

(a) diffusate

(b) retentate

(c) permeate

(d) filter cloth

This question was addressed to me by my school teacher while I was bunking the class.

My doubt is from Enzymes Purification topic in chapter Enzymes Purification of Enzyme Technology

Answer 1

Right answer is (c) permeate

The best explanation: In filtration, permeate is the solvent and other dissolved compounds that is passed through the membrane. The components that do not pass through the membrane are known as retentate. Filter cloth is a method employed in filtration. Diffusate is the solvent outside during dialysis.