Lesson 3 of 4 · Grade 10 Biology

Cell physiology: diffusion, osmosis and active transport

18 min

Diffusion

Movement of particles from a region of high concentration to low concentration until evenly distributed. No energy needed.

Examples: gas exchange in the alveoli and leaves; absorption of digested food.

Factors: concentration gradient, temperature, surface area, distance and size of molecules.

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