Question

what is the difference between diffusion and osmosis​

Answer 1

Answer:

In diffusion both the solvent and solute molecules are free to move but in osmosis only the solvent molecules are free to move

Answer 2

Diffusion

1. It occurs in any medium.

2. Diffusing molecules may be solid, liquid or

gaseous solutes.

3. Semi-permeable membrane is not required.

Osmosis

1. It occurs in liquid medium only.

2. It involves movement of solvent molecules

only.

3. Semi-permeable membrane is required.