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adsorptive

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ad·sorp·tion  (d-sôrpshn, -zôrp-)
n.
The accumulation of gases, liquids, or solutes on the surface of a solid or liquid.
[From adsorb.]
ad·sorptive (-tv) adj.
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adsorption
Activated charcoal in a gas mask attracts toxic gas molecules, allowing the person wearing the mask to breathe fresh air.
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Adj.1.adsorptive - having capacity or tendency to adsorb or cause to accumulate on a surface
adsorbent, surface-assimilative
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-- the iodine scavenger must be effective throughout the life span of the device or there must be a reliable method to indicate when the iodine scavenger no longer has adsorptive capacity so that it can be replaced
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