| Abstract: | Generalized Poisson-Boltzmann equation which takes into account both ionic interaction in bulk solution and steric effects of adsorbed ions has been suggested.We found that,for inorganic cations adsorption on negatively charged surface,the steric effect is not significant for surface charge density 0.0032 Cdm 2,while the ionic interaction is an important effect for electrolyte concentration 0.15 moll in bulk solution.We conclude that for most actual cases the original PB equation can give reliable result in describing inorganic cation adsorption. |
