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CHM 102 Introduction to Organic Chemistry and Allotropes of Carbon Objective Question
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What is the primary use of activated carbon (a form of amorphous carbon)?
Options
A Adsorption and purification (water filters, gas masks)
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B Jewelry
C Lubricants
D Electrical conductors
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Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Activated carbon has a high surface area and is used for adsorption of impurities in water purification, air filters, and gas masks.

Hint

High surface area for trapping molecules.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Introduction to Organic Chemistry and Allotropes of Carbon
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 772 of 1999
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