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Which of the following mathematical properties and graphical features correctly describe the LangmuiSurface Chemistry Chemistry Question

Question

Which of the following mathematical properties and graphical features correctly describe the Langmuir adsorption isotherm?

Answer: A,B,D

💡 Solution & Explanation

Statement A correctly traces the isotherm: $x/m \propto P^1$ (low P), $x/m \propto P^{1/n}$ (moderate P), and $x/m \propto P^0$ (high P saturation). Statement B is mathematically correct: rearranging the formula gives $\frac{P}{x/m} = \frac{1}{a} + \frac{b}{a}P$. Statement C is false; at very low pressures ($bp \ll 1$), the equation simplifies to $x/m = ap$, meaning it is directly proportional to pressure, not independent of it. Statement D is the standard equation.

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