Adsorption meaning
The accumulation of gases, liquids, or solutes on the surface of a solid or liquid.
noun
An adsorbing or being adsorbed; adhesion of the molecules of a gas, liquid, or dissolved substance to a surface.
noun
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.
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.
noun
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Origin of adsorption
- From adsorb
From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition
- adsorb + -ion
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