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Question
Which is a better adsorbent-a piece of coal or coal powder?
Very Short Answer
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Solution
Coal powder is a better adsorbent than a piece of coal because the powder has a greater surface area exposed for adsorption, allowing more adsorbate to be held on its surface. Smaller particles provide more surface for adsorption.
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