Give differences between:
$(1)$ Diffusion and Osmosis
$(2)$ Transpiration and Evaporation

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(N/A) $(1)$ Differences between Diffusion and Osmosis:
Diffusion Osmosis
$(1)$ Movement of molecules from a region of higher concentration to a region of lower concentration. $(1)$ Movement of solvent molecules from a region of higher water potential to a region of lower water potential through a semi-permeable membrane.
$(2)$ It is a random activity. $(2)$ It is a directed process.
$(3)$ It occurs in gases,liquids,and solids. $(3)$ It occurs only in liquid solutions.
$(4)$ No semi-permeable membrane is required. $(4)$ $A$ semi-permeable membrane is essential.

$(2)$ Differences between Transpiration and Evaporation:
Transpiration Evaporation
$(1)$ Loss of water as vapour from aerial parts of living plants. $(1)$ Loss of water as vapour from any free surface.
$(2)$ It is a physiological,controlled process. $(2)$ It is a physical,uncontrolled process.
$(3)$ It occurs mainly during the day. $(3)$ It occurs throughout the day and night.
$(4)$ It is regulated by stomatal activity. $(4)$ It is not regulated by any biological structure.

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