Which one of the following is the best definition of diffusion?

A. the tendency of molecules to move in
space due to kinetic energy
B. the movement of substances from an area
of high concentration to an area of low
concentration
C. the movement of a substance across a
membrane
D. the movement of a substance by osmosis


A

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