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Consider the adsorption isotherm given below and interpret the variation in the extent of adsorption (x/m) when:
 

(i) temperature increases at constant pressure.
(ii) pressure increases at constant temperature.

Answer

Answer:

(i) The extent of absorption (x/m) decreases with the increase in temperature.

(ii) The extent of absorption (x/m) increases with the increase in pressure.

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