5.1 - Importance of Diffusion in Soil Systems
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Define molecular diffusion.
💡 Hint: Remember the direction of movement is based on concentration gradients.
What is bulk flow?
💡 Hint: Think about how water moves in rivers!
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What is the primary mechanism of pollutant transport in unsaturated soils?
💡 Hint: Consider the role of water in these zones.
True or False: Advection is synonymous with molecular diffusion.
💡 Hint: Think about the definitions of both terms.
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Propose a hypothetical scenario in which you observe the environmental impacts of diffusion across time. How would you explain the delays in observable pollutant presence?
💡 Hint: Think of examples from industrial waste sites.
How might seasonal changes affect diffusion rates in soil? Provide reasoning related to temperature and moisture content.
💡 Hint: Consider how temperature affects molecular activity.
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