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EQUATION FICK [1 record]

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Record 1 2004-02-10

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemistry
  • Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulics (Physics)
DEF

Diffusion equation for moisture migration. This is analogous to Fourier's equation of heat conduction.

CONT

The Fick equation is a mathematical expression for the solute movement that occurs as a result of diffusion.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Chimie
  • Mécanique des fluides et hydraulique (Physique)
DEF

Elle est une expression du flux de matière diffusée dans un liquide.

CONT

On peut noter également que l'équation de Fick est l'analogue, pour le transfert de matière, de l'équation de Fourier en conduction thermique.

Spanish

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