Definitions

1. noun

the state or quality of having pores or being porous

“The high porosity of the sponge made it suitable for cleaning delicate surfaces.”

2. noun

the extent to which a substance can absorb or retain liquids or gases

“The soil’s porosity was crucial in determining the rate at which the plant would absorb water.”

3. noun

the quality of being pervious or permeable to fluids

“The engineer studied the porosity of the dam to prevent leaks during heavy rainfall.”

4. noun

a measure of the amount of space between the particles of a substance

“The researcher analyzed the porosity of the metal alloy to improve its strength and durability.”

5. noun

the capacity to transmit sound or other vibrations

“The porosity of the materials used in the acoustic panels affected their sound-absorbing properties.”

6. noun

the degree to which a medium is capable of transmitting radiation

“The porosity of the transparent plastic allowed the light to pass through, creating a unique effect.”

7. adjective

having pores or being porous

“The porous rock allowed water to seep through, causing erosion.”

8. adjective

able to absorb or retain liquids or gases

“The porous surface of the absorbent material helped to quickly soak up spills.”