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a solid is the state of matter in which the molecules are closely packed with each other and is rigid where as gas is the states of matter in which the molecules are loosely packed and is freely movable.
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∙ 14y agothe diffusion in solids is not as accurate as compared to gases. since solids are very tightly packed hence they cannot flow that easily but gases are very far apart fom each other and have empty spaces between the molecules. They can easily flow from the region of higher concentration to a region of lower concentration.
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∙ 7y agoLiquid molecules are more tightly compacted than gas molecules. Gas is a form of matter that does not have a definite volume or shape. Gases have low density compared to the same substance in other states. Gases are also able to diffuse easily, as shown in the perfume example
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∙ 12y agoIn solids, the tiny particles called atoms are packed together. In a gas, the atoms are widespread or spread out. Good question.
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∙ 13y agogas is larger and mobile and doesn't have 1 single shape
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∙ 8y agoIn solids, the particles are very close to each other, while in gasses the particles are relatively far apart. This is why gasses are less dense than solids.
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∙ 7y agoAll materials diffuse but the rates and conditions are very different.
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Why diffusion rates of liquids are much less than diffusion rates of gasses?
Liquids diffuse at a slower rate than do gases because they have much less kinetic energy.
Why diffusion is maximum in gases?
rate of diffusion is inversely proposnal to density, density of gas is less. so diffusion rate is high
Why do you use liquids not solids or gases in thermometers?
because liquids can give us the right temperature but solids and gases
What are the factors that affect facilitated diffusion and why do they affect it?
Factors affecting diffusion are: 1) Temperature: The higher the temperature, the higher the rate of diffusion. Example: Put potassium permanganate in a beaker with water (room temp.) and do the same in a beaker with water (boiled). The potassium permanganate would spread faster in hot water. 2) Size of particle: The bigger the particle, the higher the energy to diffuse. 3) State of matter: Solids take more time to diffuse compared to liquids, liquids take more time to diffuse compared to gases, and gases take less time to diffuse compared to liquids and solids. Example: Light an incense stick. The smell of the smoke (from the stick) would reach you as soon as it is burned. The smoke diffused very fast. 4) Nature of matter: The denser the matter, the slower the rate of diffusion. Example: Honey in water would diffuse slower than ink in water. (Honey is denser than ink.)
Determination of rate of evaporation of different liquids?
There are many factors in determining the rate of evaporation of different liquids. Some of the determining factors are rate of air flow, surface area size, temperature, concentration of the liquid, how tightly the liquid molecules bond to one another, and more.
Why rate of diffusion in liquid is slower than in gases?
The rate of diffusion in liquids slower than that of gases because gases have low density and its float in the air.
Does diffusion happen best in liquids?
The rate of diffusion is fastest is gasses, but as we can't see the gases ,it can be seen it liquids, but in liquids the rate of diffusion is comparatively slower than gasses and it can be easily observed....
Why diffusion rates of liquids are much less than diffusion rates of gasses?
Liquids diffuse at a slower rate than do gases because they have much less kinetic energy.
Why is the rate of diffusion of gases more rapid than that of liquids?
Gases diffuse faster than liquids because the intermolecular forces holding gases together are significantly weaker than those holding liquids together. This allows the molecules of the gas to move faster than those of a liquid.
Why diffusion is maximum in gases?
rate of diffusion is inversely proposnal to density, density of gas is less. so diffusion rate is high
Why is rate of diffusion faster in gases?
In liquid, there is less space to move so collisions are more frequent between the molecules causing a slower diffusion rate. The opposite happens in gases. There is more space in gases. As a result, there are less collisions between the molecules causing a faster diffusion rate. Other factors that may have an affect on diffusion rates are temperature, mass of the molecule, volume/surface area, and medium used.
Is it true that solids can often diffuse into a liquid but cannot diffuse into another solid?
Yes Diffusion is mainly gases property Diffusion is shown also by liquids but much less than the gases Liquids diffuse from solutions of higher concentration to solutions of lower concentration So the driving force for the diffusion is concentration difference. Rate of Diffusion depends on liquid`s viscosity,temperature etc. depends on what is the liquid however. (oil and water dont) examples food coloring in water. liquid chocolate in milk.
What is hydraulic efficiency?
Hydraulic efficiency is the rate at which a hydraulic consumes gases and liquids to find different ways to make our lifestyles more efficient.
Why do gases have the highest rate of diffusion(long answer)?
Gases diffuse faster than liquids or solids because their particles are moving faster and there are much larger spaces between them. A gas particle moves in a straight line until it hits another particle or the vessel wall. This causes the particles of two gases to mix up quickly.
In the diffusion of liquids through agar what characteristic of liquid determines the rate at which it will travel through the agar?
The size of the molecules.
Why do you use liquids not solids or gases in thermometers?
because liquids can give us the right temperature but solids and gases
How does the concentration of a solution affect volumetric diffusion distance?
Diffusion is the process of passively (without loss of energy) movement of any substance from higher concentration to the lower concentration of that substance.Within fluids, individual particles move independently and the direction of their movement is random. These movements of particles are called diffusion. Inter mixing of two or more gases to form a homogeneous mixture without any chemical change is called "diffusion of gases." Gases diffuse very quickly due to large empty spaces among molecules. Different gases diffuse with different rates (velocities). As volume of substance increases, so does the rate at which it will diffuse.
