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Adsorption
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the process by which molecules of a substance adhere to the surface of a solid or liquid, forming a thin film or layer
adsorption
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adsorb
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Example
Adsorption refrigeration systems use the principle of adsorption to cool spaces without traditional compressors.
Adsorption refrigeration systems use the principle of adsorption to cool spaces without traditional compressors.
The adsorption of gases onto metal surfaces is a critical step in catalytic converters used in automobiles.
Surface area and porosity significantly influence the adsorption capacity of materials used in environmental cleanup processes.
In chromatography, separation of compounds occurs based on differences in adsorption onto a stationary phase.
