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Definition of Adsorption

1. Noun. The accumulation of molecules of a gas to form a thin film on the surface of a solid.

Definition of Adsorption

1. Noun. The adhesion of a liquid or gas on the surface of a solid material, forming a thin film on the surface. Not to be confused with the process of absorption. ¹

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Definition of Adsorption

1. [n -S]

Medical Definition of Adsorption

1. 1. The accumulation or concentration of molecules of a gas or liquid on a surface in contact with the gas or liquid, resulting in a relatively high concentration of the gas or solution at the surface. Note that the accumulating molecules do not actually penetrate the substance they are on. Compare: absorption. 2. The adhesion of a substance to an organic particle in a solution, for example the adhesion of a virus to a cell. Origin: L. Sorbere = to suck (10 May 1997)

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