Diffusion and Osmosis Experiment 1: Diffusion through a Liquid

Data Tables and Post-Lab Questions

Table 1: Rate of Diffusion in Corn Syrup

Post-Lab Questions

1. Examine the plot below. How well does it match the data you took in Table 2? Submit your own plot if necessary. 

2.  Which dye diffused the fastest?

3.   Does the rate of diffusion correspond with the molecular weight of the dye?

4.   Does the rate of diffusion change over time? Why or why not?