Liquid diffusivity is of the order of _______________ cm2 /second?

Correct answer: C. 10-5 to 10-6

  • A. 0.01
  • B. 0.1
  • C. 10-5 to 10-6
  • D. > 1

Explanation

Molecular diffusivity in liquids is much lower than in gases because liquid molecules are closely packed; its typical order is 10^-5 to 10^-6 cm²/s. Values near 0.1 cm²/s are characteristic of gases rather than liquids.

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