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for diffusion to occur, which condition must be met?
a a concentration gradient must exist.
b a hypotonic external environment must exist.
c a hypertonic external environment must exist.
d dynamic equilibrium must exist.
Diffusion is the movement of substances from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration. A concentration gradient, which is a difference in the concentration of a substance across a space, is essential for diffusion to occur. Hypotonic, hypertonic environments and dynamic equilibrium are not the fundamental requirements for diffusion to start.
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A. A concentration gradient must exist.