12th Class Chemistry Surface Chemistry / सतह रसायन

  • question_answer 9)
    Distinguish between the meaning of the terms adsorption and absorption. Give one example of each.

    Answer:

    S.No. Adsorption Absorption
    1. It is a surface phenomenon i.e. ii involves the attraction and retention of the adsorbate on the surface of adsorbent It is bulk phenomenon and m this panicles of the gas penetrate through the bulk.
    2. In this concentration of the gas panicles is more on the solid surface than in the bulk. Inthis gas panicles are uniformly distributed through out me body.
    3. It is rapid to start with but its rate decreases with time. It occurs at a uniform rate.
    4. Water vapours are adsorbed on silica gel. Water vapours are absorbed on calcium chloride.


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