Q30 / 150 · MHT CET 2025 (19 Apr Shift 2) · Chemistry

Identify example of sorption from following.

  • A
    Charcol is added to methylene blue solution.
  • Correct answer
    B
    Chalk is dipped in ink.
  • C
    Hydrogen gas is passed over platinum.
  • D
    Oxygen gas is passed over finely divided nickel.

Solution

Sorption describes the uptake of one substance by another, encompassing both adsorption and absorption. Adsorption involves accumulation on a surface, while absorption involves uniform distribution throughout a bulk material.

In the given examples: charcoal with methylene blue shows adsorption of dye molecules on the surface; chalk dipped in ink shows absorption as ink penetrates the bulk; hydrogen over platinum and oxygen over finely divided nickel both demonstrate adsorption of gases onto metal surfaces.

All processes are types of sorption.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'B'.

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