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An absorbent is a material capable of taking in and retaining liquids or gases through absorption—where the substance is drawn into the internal structure of the material. Common absorbents include silica gel, activated carbon, clay, and cellulose-based products. They are widely used in industrial, medical, and household applications to manage spills, control humidity, or purify air and water by trapping contaminants within their porous structures.
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While often confused, absorbents take in liquids or gases into their internal structure (like a sponge soaking up water), whereas adsorbents attract and hold molecules on their surface (like activated carbon capturing odors). Absorption involves bulk penetration, while adsorption is a surface phenomenon. Understanding this distinction is crucial when selecting materials for applications such as air filtration (adsorption) versus spill cleanup (absorption).