desorption

/dɛsɔrˈpʌʃən/

Definitions

1. noun

the process of removing a substance or a particle from a surface, especially a material that has been adsorbed.

“The researchers studied the desorption of water molecules from the surface of a metal oxide.”

2. verb

to remove a substance or a particle from a surface, especially a material that has been adsorbed.

“The desorption process was slowed down by adding a chemical inhibitor to the solution.”

Synonyms

  • degas
  • desorb
  • desorption

Antonyms

  • absorption
  • adsorption