An adsorbant such as zeolite traps the NO and NO 2 molecules acting as a molecular sponge.
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At the time elemental analysis was based on gravimetric determination of specific adsorbant materials before and after selective adsorption of the combustion gases.
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In addition, for any substance to imbibe any liquid, affinity between the adsorbant and the liquid is also a pre-requesite.