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AIPMT PRELIMS2012Chemistry-Surface Chemistry

AIPMT PRELIMS 2012 Chemistry Adsorption MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium

The ease of adsorption of the hydrated alkali metal ions on an ion-exchange resins follows the order:

A

Na⁺ < Li⁺ < K⁺ < Rb⁺

B

Li⁺ < K⁺ < Na⁺ < Rb⁺

C

Rb⁺ < K⁺ < Na⁺ < Li⁺

D

K⁺ < Na⁺ < Rb⁺ < Li⁺

Correct Answer

Option C

Detailed Explanation

Greater the size of the hydrated ion, more will be the surface area and more will be its ease of adsorption.

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