GK Question

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Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) store hydrogen via ________ adsorption at cryogenic temperatures.

  1. Chemical
  2. Physical
  3. Electrochemical
  4. Biological

Answer: Physical

Physisorption: weak van der Waals forces bind H₂ to high-surface-area MOFs. Reversible, fast kinetics; challenges: low volumetric density at ambient conditions. Research focuses on optimizing pore chemistry for room-temperature storage. [[NCERT Chemistry Class 12]]

Topic Chemistry - Hydrogen Storage Materials
Exam Relevance UPSC CSE, SSC Scientific Assistant, CSIR NET