Vocabulary Entry

adsorptive

|adjective • noun

adjective

Referring to the ability to adsorb or have an affinity for adsorption.

Example Sentences

"The adsorptive properties of the material make it ideal for filtering pollutants."

"Researchers are studying the adsorptive capacity of various carbon materials."

"An adsorptive surface can attract and hold molecules from a gas or liquid."

noun

Example Sentences

"The adsorptiveness of the new chemical compound was impressive in laboratory tests."

"Understanding the adsorptiveness of different surfaces can enhance material science."

"The adsorptiveness of a catalyst can significantly affect its efficiency."