CHEMISORPTIVE Meaning and
Definition
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Chemisorptive is an adjective used to describe a process or phenomenon related to chemisorption. Chemisorption is a surface phenomenon in which molecules or atoms firmly adhere to a solid surface through chemical bonding, rather than physical forces. It occurs when the atoms or molecules of a substance bind to a surface through the formation of chemical bonds or reactions.
Chemisorptive processes involve a series of chemical reactions that occur at the interface between the adsorbate (the substance being adsorbed) and the adsorbent (the solid surface). This type of interaction generally involves the exchange, sharing, or transfer of electrons between the adsorbate and adsorbent. As a result, the adsorbate becomes strongly attached to the adsorbent surface.
The chemisorptive process is characterized by a high energy requirement due to the formation of new chemical bonds. It typically involves a higher degree of specificity and selectivity compared to physisorption, where weak intermolecular forces are responsible for the attachment. Chemisorption is commonly observed in heterogeneous catalysis, gas-solid reactions, and various industrial processes.
The term "chemisorptive" therefore refers to the adjective form of chemisorption, indicating that a process or substance has undergone chemisorption and is actively involved in chemical bonding with a solid surface. It is an important concept in chemistry and materials science, as it plays a crucial role in understanding adsorption phenomena, surface reactions, and catalytic processes.
Common Misspellings for CHEMISORPTIVE
- xhemisorptive
- vhemisorptive
- fhemisorptive
- dhemisorptive
- cgemisorptive
- cbemisorptive
- cnemisorptive
- cjemisorptive
- cuemisorptive
- cyemisorptive
- chwmisorptive
- chsmisorptive
- chdmisorptive
- chrmisorptive
- ch4misorptive
- ch3misorptive
- chenisorptive
- chekisorptive
- chejisorptive
Etymology of CHEMISORPTIVE
The word "chemisorptive" is derived from the combination of two roots: "chemi-" and "sorptive".
1. "Chemi-" comes from the word "chemical" which originates from the French word "chimique" and the Greek word "khemeia". "Khemeia" referred to the art of transmuting metals, and it later came to encompass the study of elements and compounds. Over time, the word was adopted into various languages, and in English, it became "chemical". It denotes anything relating to or involving substances, reactions, or properties of matter.
2. "Sorptive" is derived from the verb "sorb", which traces back to the Latin word "sorbere" meaning "to suck in". It describes the process of absorbing or adsorbing, where one substance adheres to the surface of another.
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