ad·sorp·tion
(ăd-zôrpshən, -sôrp-)
(ăd-zôrpshən, -sôrp-)n.
The accumulation of gases, liquids, or solutes on the surface of a solid or liquid.
[FromADSORB.]
ad·sorptive(-tĭv)adj.
adsorptionToxic gas molecules adhere to the activated charcoal in a gas mask, allowing the person wearing the mask to breathe nontoxicr.