Question

what are porous solids? give one example .

Answer 1

Explanation:

• “Porous materials” are having high developed ‘internal surface area’ which has been used for the purpose of performing some specific function.
• Almost all of the solids are having porous except for the ceramic coated materials which are fired at extremely high temperatures.

• Porous solids are having “high specific surface area” and also having “specific pore volume”.

• The materials which are having pores can be useful in absorb the liquids or fluids.

• Examples: sponges and pumice stone.