What is the name for the process by which gases spontaneously move from an area of higher concentration to one of lower concentration

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Paola Lucas

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16 February, 19:19

What is the name for the process by which gases spontaneously move from an area of higher concentration to one of lower concentration

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Jaime · Answer 1

The process by which gasses spontaneously move from an are with higher concentration to one of lower concentration is called diffusion. This process mainly occurs in gases and liquids. The end result of diffusion is called dynamic equilibrium. It is a complete mixing of the molecules of the gas.