diffusions Flashcards

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What is diffusion

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diffusion is when the particles move from a high concentration to a low concentration

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When do particles reach a dynamic equilibrium

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They reach a dynamic equilibrium when they reach the low concentration and they are equally spaced out

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How do particles reach a dynamic equilibrium

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they go down a concentration gradient

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Why is diffusion important to living organisms

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diffusion is important to living organisms because it is a non energy dependent way to get oxygen, water , glucose, carbon dioxide and urea in and out of the cells

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How does diffusion work

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Particles can enter and leave cells because small particles diffuse out the cell through the membranes (concentration gradient)

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What does active transport do ?

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Active transport pumps against the concentration gradient

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