Adsorbent (Noun)
Meaning
A material having capacity or tendency to adsorb another substance.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- Silica gel is a common adsorbent used in air dryers and desiccants to control humidity.
- Zeolites are natural adsorbents that can selectively remove impurities from water and air.
- Activated carbon is a highly effective adsorbent for removing volatile organic compounds from contaminated soil.
- The powder was treated with a specialized coating to enhance its adsorbent properties for use in a chemical plant.
- Clay minerals are naturally occurring adsorbents that can retain pollutants and nutrients in soil and water systems.