How cv differentiate between adsorption and diffusion?
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Diffusion is when a substance most likely a gas passes through a material without any pressure being applied. Diffuse a slow process spreading around. Nothings in a big hurry.
Now absorption is where a substance is taken up by another substance Sponge water. Blotting paper ink. The substance being absorbed is retained in the matrix of the absorbent material. Hydroscopic materials absorb water. Gasses can be absorbed as in oxygen into the blood. Drugs are absorbed.
Now absorption is where a substance is taken up by another substance Sponge water. Blotting paper ink. The substance being absorbed is retained in the matrix of the absorbent material. Hydroscopic materials absorb water. Gasses can be absorbed as in oxygen into the blood. Drugs are absorbed.
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