The H-2 adsorption on Ni1-yO (y is the bulk stoichiometry deviation) s
amples, obtained by Ni(OH)(2) calcination at 450 degrees C, 900 degree
s C and 1200 degrees C, is investigated by the temperature programmed
desorption (TPD) method.Two types of specific sites fur H-2 chemisorpt
ion are identified on the surface of the NiO450 sample. The H-2 adsorp
tions are associated with surface excess oxygen (over equilibrium). Th
e UV laser radiation strongly influences the H-2 adsorption on the hig
hly defective surface of the NiO450 sample (over equilibrium). The rea
ctivity with hydrogen decreases as the stoichiometry rises (NiO900 and
NiO1200 samples).