Adsorption Definition

ăd-zôrpshən, -sôrp-
noun
The accumulation of gases, liquids, or solutes on the surface of a solid or liquid.
American Heritage
An adsorbing or being adsorbed; adhesion of the molecules of a gas, liquid, or dissolved substance to a surface.
Webster's New World

The adhesion of a liquid or gas on the surface of a solid material, forming a thin film on the surface. Not to be confused with the process of absorption.

Wiktionary
Synonyms:
  • surface assimilation

Other Word Forms of Adsorption

Noun

Singular:
adsorption
Plural:
adsorptions

Origin of Adsorption

  • adsorb +‎ -ion

    From Wiktionary

  • From adsorb

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

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