Diffusion in gases are _____ than in liquids.

Slower

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Faster

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Equal

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None of these

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Solution

The correct option is B Faster
Diffusion occurs in both liquids and gases and can take place over long distances. Diffusion in gases are much faster than in liquids the diffusion rate of oxygen in air is $1, 00, 000$ times more than diffusion rate of oxygen in water.

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