The Langmuir adsorption isotherm is based on which of the following assumptions?

  • A
    Adsorption occurs on more than one surface layer.
  • B
    All adsorption sites are equivalent and have the same capacity to adsorb.
  • C
    The energy of adsorption varies with the surface coverage.
  • D
    Adsorbed molecules interact with each other.

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