Can multiple CSS properties be transitioned simultaneously? How does transition differ from animation in CSS?

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Yes, you can transition multiple CSS properties at the same time. This is done by separating each property’s transition definition with commas in the `transition` shorthand property. Additionally, while both `transition` and `animation` create motion, they differ in control and complexity. .box {
  width: 100px;
  height: 100px;
  background-color: coral;
  transition: width 0.5s ease, background-color 1s linear, transform 0.7s ease-in-out;
}

.box:hover {
  width: 150px;
  background-color: lightblue;
  transform: rotate(45deg);
} In this example, the box changes its width, background color, and rotation simultaneously but with different durations and timing functions. `transition` requires a trigger (like hover or focus) to start, while `animation` can start automatically when the page loads. `transition` can only define start and end states, whereas `animation` allows multiple intermediate keyframes. `transition` uses shorthand properties (`transition-property`, `transition-duration`, etc.), while `animation` uses keyframes defined with `@keyframes`. `animation` offers more control — such as looping, direction, and delay for each cycle. .box {
  width: 100px;
  background: coral;
  transition: width 1s ease;
}

.box:hover {
  width: 200px;
} @keyframes grow {
  from { width: 100px; }
  to { width: 200px; }
}

.box {
  width: 100px;
  background: coral;
  animation: grow 1s ease infinite alternate;
} Here, the transition only occurs when the user hovers over the element, while the animation loops continuously without user interaction. Use commas in `transition` to animate multiple properties simultaneously. `transition` is ideal for simple hover or state-change effects. `animation` is better suited for complex, looping, or multi-step motion effects.

Can multiple CSS properties be transitioned simultaneously? How does transition differ from animation in CSS?

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