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Diffusion Basics

Explore the basic principles of diffusion in this third-grade science worksheet, covering how particles spread out.

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Diffusion Basics

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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability.

1. What happens to a drop of food coloring when it is put into a glass of water?

a

It stays in a ball.

b

It spreads out.

c

It floats to the top.

d

It sinks to the bottom.

2. What is the moving of particles from an area where there are many to an area where there are few called?

a

Mixing

b

Diffusion

c

Floating

d

Sinking

1. When you spray perfume, the smell   across the room.

2. Diffusion happens because tiny particles are always  .

3. Hot water makes diffusion happen   than cold water.

1. Diffusion only happens in liquids.

T

True

F

False

2. Diffusion is when particles move from a crowded area to a less crowded area.

T

True

F

False

1. Give an example of diffusion you have seen or experienced in your daily life.