Question
Distinguish between diffusion and osmosis.
Answer
1. Diffusion involves movement of particles of molecules of liquid or gas while osmosis involves movement of solvent molecules.
2. Diffusion may be through a membrane or air. Osmosis takes place through a semipermeable membrane.
3. Diffusion is not affected by PH changes. On the other hand, the rate of osmosis is usually affected by changes in PH.
2. Diffusion may be through a membrane or air. Osmosis takes place through a semipermeable membrane.
3. Diffusion is not affected by PH changes. On the other hand, the rate of osmosis is usually affected by changes in PH.
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