adsorbent
/ædˈzɔːrbənt/
noun
- A material that can attract and hold other substances onto its surface.
- Silica gel is an effective adsorbent for removing moisture.
- The lab ordered a new adsorbent for the air purification system.
- Activated carbon is a common adsorbent used in water filters.
Synonyms
adjective
- Having the ability to adsorb substances onto a surface.
- This adsorbent material traps odors in refrigerators.
- Engineers are developing new adsorbent coatings for industrial use.
- The adsorbent properties of clay help clean up oil spills.