Sol vs Gel The present post discusses about the Difference between Sol and Gel. Sol, Gel and Emulsion are the different states of colloidal solutions. Sol: The liquid state of a colloidal solution is called the sol. Gel: The solid or semi-solid (Jelly like) stage of a colloidal solution is […]
Colloids vs Crystalloids Difference between Colloids and Crystalloids: This article is about the Difference between Crystalloids and Colloids with a comparison table. First lets see what are Colloids and Crystalloids. Colloids: Colloids are homogeneous non-crystalline substances containing large molecules or ultramicroscopic particles of one substance dispersed in a second substance. […]
Simple Diffusion vs Facilitated Diffusion Difference between Simple Diffusion and Facilitated Diffusion: Diffusion is the movement of particles from a region of higher concentration to a region of lower concentration. Based on the presence or absence of facilitator molecules, there are two types of diffusion processes. They are (1) Simple […]
Diffusion vs Osmosis Osmosis and Diffusion Difference: Diffusion and Osmosis are the two methods in membrane transport by which the movement of materials in and out of the cell takes places. Diffusion: Diffusion is the movement of particles from a region of higher concentration to a region of lower concentration. […]
Blood Plasma vs Blood Serum Difference between Plasma and Serum: Blood is a body fluid composed of blood cells suspended in the blood plasma. Blood facilitate the transport of oxygen, carbon dioxide, nutrients and hormones in the body. The terms ‘Blood Plasma’ and ‘Blood Serum’ are synonymously used. In fact, […]