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Montmorillonite has higher cation exchange capacity (CEC) in comparison to

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Solution

Montmorillonite is a type of clay mineral that has a high cation exchange capacity. It has a layered structure with a high number of negative charges on its surfaces, which allows it to attract and retain cations (positively charged ions).

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