Sorption (Noun)
Meaning
The process in which one substance takes up or holds another (by either absorption or adsorption).
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The sorption of water vapor by silica gel is a well-known process used in desiccants to control humidity.
- In soil science, sorption refers to the process by which ions and molecules are attracted to soil particles, affecting soil fertility.
- Researchers study the sorption of pollutants by activated carbon to develop more effective water filtration systems.
- The sorption capacity of zeolites makes them useful in industrial applications such as gas separation and storage.
- In pharmacology, the sorption of a drug by tissues can affect its bioavailability and efficacy.