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diffusible

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[dih-fyoo-zuh-buhl] / dɪˈfju zə bəl /

adjective

  1. capable of being diffused.


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Etymology

Origin of diffusible

First recorded in 1775–85; diffuse + -ible

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Much research in cell biology has traditionally centered on understanding how cells react to chemical signals such as diffusible signaling molecules.

From Science Daily May 10, 2024

The electron transport chain is composed of four large, multiprotein complexes embedded in the inner mitochondrial membrane and two small diffusible electron carriers shuttling electrons between them.

From Textbooks Jun. 9, 2022

Pirhonen, M., Flego, D., Heikinheimo, R. & Palva, E. T. A small diffusible signal molecule is responsible for the global control of virulence and exoenzyme production in the plant pathogen Erwinia carotovora.

From Nature Nov. 14, 2017

All diffusible substances circulating in the blood pass through the intervening layer of celloidin.

From Scientific American Sep. 16, 2013

In a parallel way the antiseptic diffusible oils of Pine, Peppermint, and Thyme, are likewise employed with marked success for inhalation into the lungs by consumptive patients.

From Herbal Simples Approved for Modern Uses of Cure by William Thomas Fernie

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