Yes, mass transfer studies can be conducted in a microbubble column because the small bubble size significantly increases the gas-liquid interfacial area, enhancing mass transfer efficiency. The high surface area-to-volume ratio of microbubbles promotes rapid diffusion and dissolution of gases into the liquid phase, making the system ideal for studying mass transfer processes. Additionally, microbubble columns offer controlled hydrodynamics, allowing researchers to analyze factors such as bubble rise velocity, gas holdup, and liquid-phase concentration gradients, which are essential in understanding and optimizing mass transfer performance.