Adsorption

In chemistry, the taking up by the surface of a solid or liquid (adsorbent) of the atoms, ions, or molecules of a gas or other liquid (adsorbate). Porous or finely divided solids can hold more adsorbate because of the relatively large surface area exposed.

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