Adsorbent

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-000280",
  "term": "Adsorbent",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A solid or liquid material that provides a surface for the adsorption of other substances. The adsorbent typically has a high surface area and specific surface properties that facilitate the binding of molecules from a surrounding fluid phase. Common adsorbents include activated carbon, silica gel, and alumina.",
  "subject": "Analytical Chemistry",
  "references": [
    "Orange Book, 2nd ed., p. 85 (https://media.iupac.org/publications/analytical_compendium/)",
    "PAC, 1990, 62, 2167. 'Glossary of atmospheric chemistry terms (Recommendations 1990)' on page 2171 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199062112167)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/adsorbent/"
}