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Write the difference between physisorption and chemisorption ?

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Physisorption

  1. In physisorption, adsorbate is attached to the surface of the adsorbent with weak van der Waal’s forces of attraction.
  2. It is favoured by low temperature conditions.
  3. No new compound is formed in the process.

Chemisorption

  1. In chemisorption, strong chemical bonds are formed between the adsorbate and the surface of the adsorbent.
  2. It is favoured by high temperature conditions.
  3. New compounds are formed at the surface of the adsorbent.
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