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Differentiate between for Imbibition and Diffusion
Solution
| Imbibition | Diffusion | ||
| 1 | Imbibition is a special type of diffusion. In this process, water is absorbed by solids and colloids, causing an enormous increase in volume. | 1 | Diffusion is the passive movement of particles, ions, and molecules along the concentration gradient. |
| 2 | It usually involves water. | 2 | It involves solids, liquids, and gases. |
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