Mesh term Diffusion
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Physical Phenomena
Description
The tendency of a gas or solute to pass from a point of higher pressure or concentration to a point of lower pressure or concentration and to distribute itself throughout the available space. Diffusion, especially FACILITATED DIFFUSION, is a major mechanism of BIOLOGICAL TRANSPORT.Browse to child terms:
Facilitated Diffusion
Thermal Diffusion
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