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Question
Differentiate between diffusion and translocation in plants.
Solution
Differences between diffusion and translocation in plants are:
| Diffusion | Translocation |
| (i) This is a passive process. | (i) This is an active process. |
| (ii) Energy is not required. | (ii) Energy is required. |
| (iii) Facilitates the movement of water and gases. | (iii) Facilitates movement of organic compounds. |
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