adsorption

noun

ad·sorp·tion ad-ˈsȯrp-shən How to pronounce adsorption (audio)

-ˈzȯrp-

: the adhesion in an extremely thin layer of molecules (as of gases, solutes, or liquids) to the surfaces of solid bodies or liquids with which they are in contact compare absorption

adsorptive

ad-ˈsȯrp-tiv How to pronounce adsorption (audio)

-ˈzȯrp-

adjective

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web Professor Sagiv first demonstrated the adsorption of different thin films onto a wider range of materials such as metal and glass.

Suze Kundu, Forbes, 1 June 2022 As for the underlying mechanism, the researchers found that the surface adsorption seemed to be the nanocrystals' secret to stopping ice recrystallization in its tracks—just like antifreeze proteins.

Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 26 Mar. 2022 In a statement, Chemours said the site experienced a temporary increase in air emissions this year from one of its carbon adsorption units.

From Usa Today Network And Wire Reports, USA TODAY, 28 June 2016 Biochar’s adsorption abilities depend on properties like its surface area, architecture, and porosity, for removing or immobilizing nutrient contaminants from water.

Amin Mirkouei, Forbes, 28 June 2021 These systems, which use a technology known as pressure swing adsorption, or P.S.A., are expensive, and require maintenance.

Dhruv Khullar, The New Yorker, 13 May 2021 Supposedly, the charcoal kicks off a process called adsorption that's said to help remove stains from teeth naturally, but results may vary from person to person.

Courtney Campbell, USA TODAY, 12 July 2019 See More

Word History

Etymology

borrowed from German Adsorption, from ad- ad- + (Ab)sorption absorption

First Known Use

1807, in the meaning defined above

单词	adsorption
释义	adsorption noun ad·sorp·tion ad-ˈsȯrp-shən -ˈzȯrp- : the adhesion in an extremely thin layer of molecules (as of gases, solutes, or liquids) to the surfaces of solid bodies or liquids with which they are in contact compare absorption adsorptive ad-ˈsȯrp-tiv -ˈzȯrp- adjective Example Sentences Recent Examples on the Web Professor Sagiv first demonstrated the adsorption of different thin films onto a wider range of materials such as metal and glass. Suze Kundu, Forbes, 1 June 2022 As for the underlying mechanism, the researchers found that the surface adsorption seemed to be the nanocrystals' secret to stopping ice recrystallization in its tracks—just like antifreeze proteins. Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 26 Mar. 2022 In a statement, Chemours said the site experienced a temporary increase in air emissions this year from one of its carbon adsorption units. From Usa Today Network And Wire Reports, USA TODAY, 28 June 2016 Biochar’s adsorption abilities depend on properties like its surface area, architecture, and porosity, for removing or immobilizing nutrient contaminants from water. Amin Mirkouei, Forbes, 28 June 2021 These systems, which use a technology known as pressure swing adsorption, or P.S.A., are expensive, and require maintenance. Dhruv Khullar, The New Yorker, 13 May 2021 Supposedly, the charcoal kicks off a process called adsorption that's said to help remove stains from teeth naturally, but results may vary from person to person. Courtney Campbell, USA TODAY, 12 July 2019 See More Word History Etymology borrowed from German Adsorption, from ad- ad- + (Ab)sorption absorption First Known Use 1807, in the meaning defined above Medical Definition adsorption noun ad·sorp·tion ad-ˈsȯrp-shən -ˈzȯrp- : the adhesion in an extremely thin layer of molecules (as of gases, solutes, or liquids) to the surfaces of solid bodies or liquids with which they are in contact compare absorption
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adsorption

noun

Example Sentences

Word History

Medical Definition

noun