absorption
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In this system, an electron changes its spin during absorption or emission of near-infrared light, allowing it to capture the triplet energy generated by SF.
From Science Daily • Mar. 28, 2026
Mice treated with the drug three weeks after surgery showed improved nutrient absorption and gained more weight compared to untreated mice.
From Science Daily • Mar. 18, 2026
Porkalob has the storyteller’s gift of total absorption.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026
In 1989-90, he criticised the rapid absorption of East Germany into the West, fearing a revival of nationalism and expressing support for a more gradual process.
From BBC • Mar. 14, 2026
They loved their jobs, and they saw their own absorption reflected back at them in Katherines questions and her interest that went so far beyond just running the numbers.
From "Hidden Figures" by Margot Lee Shetterly
Vocabulary lists containing absorption
Chemistry - Introductory
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Photosynthesis - Middle School
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Chemistry - High School
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