5.1.2 - Types of Adsorption
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Define adsorption.
💡 Hint: Consider what happens when particles cling to a surface.
What is an adsorbate?
💡 Hint: Think about what is being collected on the surface.
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What is physisorption?
💡 Hint: Recall the type of forces that allow for reversible interactions.
Chemisorption is generally irreversible.
💡 Hint: Think about the energy required to break chemical bonds.
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How would the adsorption of a gas on a solid surface be affected if the solid is heated? Provide a detailed explanation for both types of adsorption.
💡 Hint: Consider how heat changes interaction dynamics.
A gas is being adsorbed on an activated carbon surface. If the gas is replaced with another gas, what factors must be considered to ensure efficient adsorption?
💡 Hint: Think about what features of both the gas and adsorbent will facilitate or hinder absorption.
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