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What is the difference between mass transfer and diffusion?

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The theory discussed so far enables us to calculate the rates of diffusion within a single phase and to calculate the concentrations of a component in two phases when the system is in a state of equilibrium. read more

There is no difference between the two terms. Mass transfer is general term and diffusion is a part of this. Let's make it clear. Total Mass transfer happens by contribution of two methods: one is by diffusion which is intermolecular phenomenon,where mass transfer happens due to relative activity of each molecule. read more

Mass transfer is a general term, and diffusion is a form of mass transfer. Mass transfer is the transport of mass from one place to another. Diffusion is the even distribution of solutes throughout the system. The main difference between mass transfer and diffusion is that mass transfer may or may not occur across a concentration gradient whereas diffusion occurs across a concentration gradient. read more

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