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What happens to the rate of diffusion if the temperature is raised?

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The higher the temperature, the more kinetic energy the particles will have, so they will move and mix more quickly. The greater the surface area, the faster the rate of diffusion.

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Answer:

The rate of diffusion increases

Step-by-step explanation:

This is because increase in temperature causes increase in the average speed of molecules which increases the rate of diffusion

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