What is the difference between adsorption and absorption?

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and what is the main applications for each of them??

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Answer 1

Main Entry: ad·sorp·tion
Pronunciation: ad-'sorp-sh&n, -'zorp-
Function: noun
Etymology: ad- + absorption
: the adhesion in an extremely thin layer of molecules (as of gases, solutes, or liquids) to the surfaces of solid bodies or liquids with which they are in contact

Main Entry: ab·sorp·tion
Pronunciation: &b-'sorp-sh&n, -'zorp-
Function: noun
Etymology: French & Latin; French, from Latin absorption-, absorptio, from absorbEre
a : the process of absorbing or of being absorbed -- compare ADSORPTION
b : interception of radiant energy or sound waves

I am not sure of their applications, but the definitions look pretty clear to me. Hope it helps.

Answer 2

The general meanings are:
Absorption indicates an active ongoing process in which something is taken up by something else by various physical actions: The absorption of spilled juice into a paper towel occurs by capillary action. Adsorption, in contrast, describes the holding or accumulation of something, such as a gas, a liquid, or a solute (a substance that has been dissolved in another substance), on the surface of a solid or liquid: The removal of dissolved gases from tap water is achieved by their adsorption onto a substance such as activated charcoal.

Now in different field like chemistry, the general definition is modified and applied to context.

Answer 3

Adsoption is the process that occurs when a gas or liquid, or solution accumulates on the surfice of a solid or (though this is rare) a liquid. The resulting 'film' is known as an adsorbate. Adsorption is present in both nature and industry, and is a fundamental process in several key applications, such as water purification.

Absorption is the process where liquids, solids, or gas enter a bulk phase - that is, they are taken into the volume itself, rather than left on the surface.

Answer 4

Adsorption is the accumulation of a liquid or gas on the surface of another solid (rarely a liquid).
Absorption is the same process but the molecules in this case get into the absorbant instead of staying on the surface.

Answer 5

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What is the difference between adsorption and absorption?
and what is the main applications for each of them??

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Answer 6

adsorption typically refers to the attachment of molecules to a material (typically called a substrate). For example, charcoal or baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) have odor causing gases get adsorbed on them.
Absorption is not necessarily a different phenomenon - but usually refers to liquids entering a porous (i.e. with holes) solid. for example, a sponge absorbs water.
Adsorption is typically an exothermic process, as gases are adsorbed on a substrate, heat is released. And heat is required to release this gas once again (i.e. the process is reversible) Absorption need not necessarily involve any heat loss or gain - water can fill the holes in a piece of bath sponge through capillary action (i.e. tendency of liquid to wick into small spaces). This involves a much smaller exchange of energy.

Answer 7

"Adsorption is a process that occurs when a gas or liquid or solute (called adsorbate) accumulates on the surface of a solid or more rarely a liquid (adsorbent), forming a molecular or atomic film (adsorbate). It is different from absorption, where a substance diffuses into a liquid or solid to form a "solution". The term sorption encompasses both processes, while desorption is the reverse process."

Answer 8

Adsorb Vs Absorb

Answer 9

Absorption is when the digested food gets absorbed into the blood.There is no such word as adsorption.