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Why is it important to have clean surface in surface studies? - Chemistry

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Why is it important to have clean surface in surface studies?

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It is important to have clean surface as it facilitates the adsorption of desired species.

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Chapter 5: Surface Chemistry - Exercises [Page 70]

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NCERT Exemplar Chemistry [English] Class 12
Chapter 5 Surface Chemistry
Exercises | Q III. 38. | Page 70

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