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The use of adsorbent to remove targeted substance in a solution is called _________

(a) Sorption

(b) Absorption

(c) Adsorption

(d) Chemical analysis

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This interesting question is from Physical Treatment in section Chemical, Physical & Biological Treatment of Hazardous Waste Management

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Right choice is (c) Adsorption

Easiest explanation: Adsorption is the process of removing contaminant from a solution using adsorbent, with physical adhesion of molecules to surface without chemical reaction.

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