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In adsorption, the substance which accumulates on the surface of the other substance is termed as:

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adsorbate
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adsorbent
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accumulator
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none
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Solution

The correct option is B adsorbate
In adsorption, the substance which accumulates on the surface of the other substance (adsorbent) is termed as adsorbate.
For example, anhydrous calcium chloride (adsorbent) adsorbs water (adsorbate).

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