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Is chemisorption reversible or irreversible?

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Definition of Chemisorption**: Chemisorption is a type of adsorption where the adsorbate (the substance being adsorbed) forms a strong chemical bond with the surface of the adsorbent (the material on which adsorption occurs). This process involves valence forces similar to those that form chemical bonds. 2. **Nature of Bonds**: In chemisorption, the bonds formed are typically covalent bonds. These bonds are much stronger than the van der Waals forces involved in physisorption (the other type of adsorption). 3. **Reversibility of Chemisorption**: Due to the strong covalent bonds formed during chemisorption, the process is generally considered irreversible. Once the adsorbate forms a bond with the surface, it cannot easily be removed without breaking the chemical bond. ...
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