Q.

On which of the following factors, diffusion does not depend?

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a

Thickness of the respiratory membrane

b

Molecular weight of gases

c

Solubility of gases

d

 Partial pressure difference

answer is D.

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Concept: Moving from a higher concentration to a lower concentration is the only way for molecules to diffuse.

Diffusing capacity depends on difference of partial pressure, thickness of respiratory membrane, solubility of gases. 

These all factors play an important role in the exchange of gases through the diffusion.

Diffusion does not depend on molecular weight of gases.


 

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