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Which is a better adsorbent-a piece of coal or coal powder? - Chemistry (Theory)

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Which is a better adsorbent-a piece of coal or coal powder?

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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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Chapter 5: Surface Chemistry - VERY SHORT ANSWER TYPE QUESTIONS [Page 318]

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Nootan Chemistry Part 1 and 2 [English] Class 12 ISC
Chapter 5 Surface Chemistry
VERY SHORT ANSWER TYPE QUESTIONS | Q 6. | Page 318
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