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How osmosis is different from diffusion

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Answer:

Diffusion:

Movement always works down the concentration gradient.

It does not Requires membrane.

It can be applied to liquids, solids, and gases.

Increase system entrophy

Osmosis:

Movement always works up the concentration gradient.

Requires membrane.

Only applicable to liquids.

Decreases system entrophy

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