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Adsorbate

Definition:

In chemistry, adsorbate refers to any substance or molecule that is adsorbed onto the surface of another substance.

Examples:

Noun:

1. The molecules of water act as adsorbates when they stick to the surface of a silica gel.

2. Oxygen gas can be considered an adsorbate when it adheres to the surface of an iron catalyst.

Adjective:

1. The adsorbate particles play a crucial role in enhancing the catalytic activity of the material.

2. Increasing the surface area results in a higher adsorbate capacity of the material.

Verb:

1. The activated carbon material has the ability to adsorbate various organic compounds present in the solution.

2. The adsorbent material was specifically designed to selectively adsorbate harmful gases from the atmosphere.

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