Which of the Following Statements About Diffusion Is False

question 37

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about diffusion is false?

• A) Diffusion depends on the intrinsic kinetic energy of molecules.
• B) Diffusion continues until the concentrations are in equilibrium.
• C) In diffusion, molecules move from areas of greater concentration to areas of lesser concentration.
• D) Diffusion is a random process.
• E) Simple diffusion depends upon specific carrier proteins.

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