Differentiate between the following: Diffusion and Osmosis.

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Diffusion and Osmosis
DiffusionOsmosis
$(1)$ Diffusion is the passive movement of particles, ions, and molecules along the concentration gradient.$(1)$ Osmosis is the process in which the diffusion of a solvent (water) occurs across a semi-permeable membrane.
$(2)$ It can occur in solids, liquids, and gases.$(2)$ It occurs in the liquid medium.
$(3)$ It does not require a semi-permeable membrane.$(3)$ It requires a semi-permeable membrane.

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