In: Chemistry
Which of the following forces is involved in physical adsorption?
a) Gravitational force
b) Magnetic force
c) Van der Waals force
d) Electromagnetic force
Answer : c) Van der Waals force
Explanation :
In physical adsorption, the molecules of the adsorbate stick to the surface of the adsorbent due to very weak forces which is known as Van der Waals force.
Van der Waals force is similar to the forces that cause condensation of gas into liquid.
Van der Waals is weak as compared to gravitational force, Electromagnetic force and Magnetic force
c) Van Der Waals force