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Adsorption

Scope note

The taking up of the molecules of gases, dissolved substances, or liquids by the surfaces of solids and liquids with which they are in contact. W

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

300053006

Broader Terms used

<physicochemical processes>

Equivalent Terms used

adsorbed

Created

12yrs ago

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