diffusion

• Proceso por el cual las moléculas o partículas se dispersan desde una zona de alta concentración hacia otra de baja concentración, usado comúnmente en física, química y biología.

A noun referring to the process by which molecules or particles spread from an area of high concentration to an area of low concentration, often used in physics, chemistry, and biology contexts.

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1. Molecular movementB2formalscientific

   The process by which molecules move from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration.

   difusión molecular

   • Diffusion of oxygen occurs across the cell membrane.
   • The perfume's diffusion through the room was rapid.
   • Scientists study diffusion to understand gas exchange in lungs.

   Sinónimosdispersaldispersiondisseminationpermeationscatteringspread

2. Spread of lightB2formaltechnical

   The scattering or spreading of light rays, often to create a softer illumination.

   Difusión de la luz

   • The frosted glass causes diffusion of the light.
   • Diffusion in photography softens harsh shadows.
   • The lamp's design allows for even diffusion of the glow.

   Sinónimosdispersionscatteringspreadspreading

   Antónimosconcentrationfocus

3. Cultural spreadC1formalpolitical

   The spread of cultural elements, ideas, or innovations from one society to another.

   Difusión cultural

   • The diffusion of technology has transformed global communication.
   • Cultural diffusion occurs through trade and migration.
   • Historians study the diffusion of religious beliefs across continents.

   Sinónimoscirculationdispersiondisseminationpropagationspreadtransmission