Chapter 3, Problem 14MIC

Define diffusion and describe the factors that influence the rate of diffusion.

Describe the two factors necessary for diffusion to occur.

In terms of their effect on the rate of diffusion, which of the following is the odd one out? a) increasing surface area of the membrane b) increasing the permeability of the membrane c) increasing the concentration gradient of the diffusing molecule d) increasing the molecular weight of the diffusing molecule

What determines the direction of any diffusion process?

What is the differences between simple and facilitated diffusion?

What is the difference between simple and facilitated diffusion? Facilitated by which type of molecule does the term “facilitated” mean?

Describe the term diffusion.