Which one of the following characteristics is not correct for physical adsorption?

  • A
    Adsorption on solids is reversible
  • B
    Adsorption increases with increase in temperature
  • C
    Adsorption is spontaneous
  • D
    Both enthalpy and entropy of adsorption are negative

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