What is the definition of "diffusion"?

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Apr 11, 2017

Transport from high concentration zone to low concentration zone.

Explanation:

Diffusion is a transport phenomenon tend to cause movement of molecules, substances, etc. from regions of high concentrations to regions of low concentrations.

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See below.

Explanation:

  • Diffusion can be defined as the net downward movement of given substance like ions from higher concentration to an area of lower concentration.
  • It can occur in any medium.
  • The diffusing particle can be solid liquid or gas.
  • The presence of semipermeable membrane is not required.

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