In adsorption, the substance which accumulates on the surface of the other substance is termed as:
A
adsorbate
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B
adsorbent
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C
accumulator
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D
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).