MEDICAL PHYSIOLOGY

PHYSIOLOGY

SYNAPTIC PHYSIOLOGY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is true of diffusion?
A
It cannot occur without a selectively permeable membrane
B
Molecules move against the concentration gradient
C
It is an active process
D
It happens faster when the concentration gradient is increased
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The rate of diffusion is directly proportional to the concentration gradient. Higher the concentration gradient, the faster the rate of diffusion.

Detailed explanation-2: -Answer and Explanation: The correct answer is b. Molecules will move from high to low concentration until equilibrium is reached. This is a passive process, so it does not require energy.

Detailed explanation-3: -The greater the concentration gradient, the quicker diffusion takes place.

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