adsorption

One entry found for adsorption.

Main Entry: ad·sorp·tion
Pronunciation: ad-srp-shn, -zrp-
Function: noun
: 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
- ad·sorp·tive /-srp-tiv, -zrp-/ adjective