MCQ
Sorption is the term used when:
  • A
    Adsorption takes place.
  • B
    Absorption takes place.
  • Both adsorption and absorption take place.
  • D
    Desorption takes place.

Answer

Correct option: C.
Both adsorption and absorption take place.
Sorption is the term used when both adsorption and absorption takes place. The substance gets uniformly distributed in the bulk of the solid but at the same time its concentration is higher at the surface than in the bulk.

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