Q39 / 200 · Manipal (MET) 2014 · Chemistry

In physical adsorption, the adsorbent and adsorbate are held together by the

A
ionic forces
B
covalent forces
Correct answer
C
van der Waals' forces
D
H-bonding

Solution

In physical adsorption, the adsorbent and adsorbate are held together by the van der Waals' forces.

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

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