Which mechanism limits molecular diffusion through a hydrogel membrane?

💡 Explanation

Steric hindrance limits movement because the molecules encounter physical barriers from the gel matrix; therefore diffusion is slowed, rather than accelerated reactions dominating or pressure influencing the passage because the molecules are uncharged..

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