an adsorbing or being adsorbed; adhesion of the molecules of a gas, liquid, or dissolved substance to a surface
Origin of adsorption
from adsorb, by analogy with absorptionadsorption
ad·sorp·tion adsorption
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adsorption
noun
The accumulation of gases, liquids, or solutes on the surface of a solid or liquid.
Origin of adsorption
From adsorbRelated Forms:
- ad·sorp′tive
adjective
adsorption
Toxic gas molecules adhere to the activated charcoal in a gas mask, allowing the person wearing the mask to breathe nontoxic air.
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The process by which molecules of a substance, such as a gas or a liquid, collect on the surface of another substance, such as a solid. The molecules are attracted to the surface but do not enter the solid's minute spaces as in absorption. Some drinking water filters consist of carbon cartridges that adsorb contaminants.
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Noun
(plural adsorptions)
- 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.
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adsorb + -ion
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