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adsorption
(ad sôrp′s̸hən, -zôrp′-)
noun
an adsorbing or being adsorbed; adhesion of the molecules of a gas, liquid, or dissolved substance to a surface
Origin: < adsorb, by analogy with absorption
Related Forms:
- adsorptive adjective
See adsorption in American Heritage Dictionary 4
noun
The accumulation of gases, liquids, or solutes on the surface of a solid or liquid.
Origin:
Origin: From adsorb
.Related Forms:
- ad·sorpˈtive (-tĭv) adjective
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adsorption
Activated charcoal in a gas mask attracts toxic gas molecules, allowing the person wearing the mask to breathe fresh air.
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