B1
absorb vs adsorb
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| absorbverb/əbˈzɔːrb/ | Meaning to take in a liquid, heat or energy; also to take in and understand information | Goes with absorb water | Example Dark clothes absorb more heat, so wear white when it's 38 degrees. |
| adsorbverb/ædˈsɔːrb/ | Meaning To hold a gas or liquid as a thin layer on the surface of a solid. | Goes with — | Example Activated carbon can adsorb many chemicals from drinking water. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
Activated carbon can many chemicals from drinking water.