Difusi
Definition & Context
Noun
A word that functions as the name of a specific object or set of objects, such as living creatures, places, actions, qualities, states of existence, or ideas.
The process by which particles, molecules, or substances move spontaneously from an area of high concentration to an area of low concentration, requiring no additional energy. This phenomenon continues until an even “concentration equilibrium” is reached, and applies to solid, liquid, and gaseous matter.
Synonyms & Variants
penyebaran
This term is more commonly used in everyday contexts.
dispersi
This term is more specific in the field of physics.
perembesan
This term is more used in chemistry or biology contexts.
Usage Notes or Etymology
Derived from the Latin diffusio, meaning spreading or dispersal. The term was absorbed into Indonesian scientific language through Dutch influence and is used exclusively in scientific contexts, particularly in physics and chemistry.
Real-world Usage
Difusi gas terjadi secara alami dalam ruangan tertutup.
English Translation
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