Phrases with «diffusion gradient»

The phrase "diffusion gradient" refers to the gradual change in concentration of molecules or particles from an area of high concentration to an area of low concentration. It is like a slope or gradient that encourages substances to move or spread out in order to achieve balance or equal concentration throughout a space. Full definition

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Sentences with «diffusion gradient»

Biophysics also grew out of investigations on diffusion gradients and osmotic pressure — two forces responsible for the passive flow of matter in living organisms. (britannica.com)
Since NGF is released in minute amounts from peripheral tissues receiving innervation from sympathetic ganglia, it now seems clear that a diffusion gradient of NGF directs the fibers toward their corresponding target tissues. (scientificamerican.com)
We observe that primary mature dendritic cells respond uniformly to homogeneous diffusion gradients, while cell behaviour is highly position - dependent in spatially variable convection - diffusion gradients. (science.institut-curie.org)
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Phrases with «diffusion gradient»

Sentences with «diffusion gradient»

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