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Chemistry Question on Surface Chemistry

Which one of the following is not true with regard to physisorption?

A

It arises because of van der Waals' forces

B

It is not specific in nature

C

High activation energy is needed

D

It depends on the nature of gas

E

Enthalpy of adsorption is low(20-40kj mol-1)

Answer

High activation energy is needed

Explanation

Solution

The correct option is (C) : High activation energy is needed