What are the two factors that govern gas diffusion? f Select 2 correct answer(s) Density of the fluid Pressure differential between the gas above the fluid and gas dissolved in the fluid Partial pressure of the gas that is diffusing across the membrane Solubility of the gas in the fluid

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What are the two factors that govern gas diffusion? f

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	Density of the fluid
	Pressure differential between the gas above the fluid and gas dissolved in the fluid
	Partial pressure of the gas that is diffusing across the membrane
	Solubility of the gas in the fluid

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Diffusion is a type of passive transport where solute or gases move from a high area of concentration to a low concentration area, that is down the concentration gradient. This process does not require any energy.