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MHT CET · Chemistry · Surface Chemistry

Identify FALSE statement regarding adsorption from following.

  1. A It takes place due to unbalanced forces acting on the surface of solid or liquid.
  2. B During adsorption surface energy of adsorbent increases.
  3. C It is caused by van der Waals forces.
  4. D It is an exothermic process.
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(B) During adsorption surface energy of adsorbent increases.

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During adsorption, surface energy (surface tension) of the adsorbent decreases.