Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
diffusional
adjective
/dɪˈfjuːʒənl/
Definition
Relating to the process of diffusion, where molecules spread from areas of high concentration to areas of low concentration.
Examples
- The diffusional characteristics of the gas determined how quickly it spread through the room.
- In biological systems, diffusional transport is essential for nutrient uptake in cells.
- The scientist studied the diffusional patterns of pollutants in water bodies.
Meaning
Diffusional pertains to the movement of particles in fluid or gas, describing how substances mix and disperse through their environments.
Synonyms
- Diffusive
- Spreading
- Dispersive
