Diffusion

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What is diffusion?

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Diffusion is the process by which particles spread from an area of high concentration to an area of low concentration.

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How does temperature affect diffusion?

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An increase in temperature speeds up diffusion.

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What gases are exchanged in the lungs by diffusion?

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Oxygen and Carbon Dioxide move into and out of the blood at the lungs by diffusion.

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Which will diffuse faster: a tablespoon of sugar in water or the smell of bacon cooking?

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The smell of bacon cooking will diffuse faster.

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What does 'area of high concentration' mean?

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It means an area where particles are tightly packed together.

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What does 'region with high concentration' indicate?

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It indicates an area with a large number of particles.

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What is the effect of diffusion in living organisms?

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Diffusion helps in the transport of nutrients and gases in and out of cells.

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What is an example of diffusion in everyday life?

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The spreading of a drop of food coloring in water is an example of diffusion.

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What is the difference between diffusion and osmosis?

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Diffusion is the movement of particles, while osmosis specifically refers to the movement of water across a semi-permeable membrane.

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What factors can affect the rate of diffusion?

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Factors include temperature, concentration gradient, and the size of the particles.