Question:
Distinguish between the meaning of the terms adsorption and absorption. Give one example of each.
Answer:
Adsorption:The accumulation of molecular species at the species surface is called adsorption.It is surface phenomenon.Ex:water vapour on silica gel
Absorption:In absorption the molecular species of a substance accumulates not only on the surface but also penetrate through the surface into the bulk of another substance.Ex:1)Chalk piece is dipped in ink.
2)Sponze dipped in water
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