sorbent
/ˈsɔːb(ə)nt
/noun Chemistry
A substance which has the property of collecting molecules of another substance by sorption.The high surface area of the silicon dioxide makes it a natural sorbent for capturing more carbon dioxide and sulfur dioxide....
- Following this is an acid gas sorbent for collection of chemical agent acid gas by-products.
- This technique quickly removes water and nontarget compounds with magnesium sulfate and a primary-secondary amine sorbent.
Origin
Early 20th century: from sorb 'take up by sorption', on the pattern of absorbent.