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Molecular diffusion is caused by the

a.

transfer of molecules from low concentration to high concentration region.

b.

thermal energy of the molecules.

c.

activation energy of the molecules.

d.

potential energy of the molecules.

Answer: (b).thermal energy of the molecules.

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