Login

define sorption

In some cases, adsorption and absorption occur simultaneously and is called sorption. For ex., Dying a cloth. 
Here colour get adsorbed as well absorbed by a cloth. 

  • 6
View Full Answer
  1. absorption and adsorption considered as a single process.

    adsorption-is the adhesion of atoms, ions, or molecules from a gas, liquid, or dissolved solid to a surface. This process creates a film of the adsorbate on the surface of the adsorbent.


    absorption--the state of being engrossed in something
     
  • 1
collection of foreign particles throughout the bulk but higher concentration at the surface is known as sorption.
eg:
  •  cotton + water
  • paper + water
  • dying
  • 3
What are you looking for?