Diffusive
(adjective)
Tending to spread out and become dispersed, especially by flowing.
Origin:
From the latin word 'diffusus' meaning 'spread out'.
Examples:
- The diffusive movement of gas molecules is what allows them to mix and fill a container evenly.
- Diffusive transport of nutrients is critical for the survival of cells.
- The diffusive behavior of liquids is important in many industrial processes, such as distillation.
- Diffusive spreading of pollutants can have serious environmental consequences.
- The diffusive nature of heat and light make them different from other forms of energy.