why is imbibition a type of diffusion?give two reasons.
soma , 10 Years ago
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Apoorva Arora
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Imbibition and diffusion are two different kind of processes, The major differences are as follows:
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Difference between Diffusion and Imbibition
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Diffusion
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Imbibition
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It refers to the movement of molecules, ions of solids, liquids or gases from the region of higher concentration to the region of lower concentration
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It refers to the absorption of water by general surface.
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It takes place in solids, liquids and gases.
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It takes place both in living and dead cells.
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It is not a reversible process.
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It is a reversible process.
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No need of semi-permeable membrane.
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An absorbent is involved but no membrane in it.
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