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Which of the following statements correctly distinguish chemical adsorption (chemisorption) from phySurface Chemistry Chemistry Question

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Which of the following statements correctly distinguish chemical adsorption (chemisorption) from physical adsorption (physisorption)?

Answer: A,B,D

💡 Solution & Explanation

Statement A is correct as chemisorption requires chemical bond formation. Statement B correctly contrasts the heat of adsorption ranges. Statement C is completely backward: physisorption is reversible and forms multilayers, whereas chemisorption is irreversible and strictly forms a unimolecular layer. Statement D accurately describes the respective adsorption isobars due to the activation energy required for chemisorption.

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