Chemistry · Surface Chemistry
Which of the following phenomena is a distinct example of 'Adsorption' (a surface phenomenon) rather than Absorption?
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- 1Condensation of atmospheric water vapor into liquid droplets on a cold glass
- 2Uniform dissolution of sugar crystals in a beaker of water
- 3Soaking up of water throughout the bulk of a porous sponge
- 4Retention of water molecules on the surface of silica gel✓
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Retention of water molecules on the surface of silica gel
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