absorption
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The photon energy of 8.2 kiloelectronvolts matches a specific electronic transition in these ions, a process known as resonant absorption.
From Science Daily • May 1, 2026
"The consumed soil acts as a barrier in the digestive tract, limiting absorption of harmful compounds."
From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026
Musk called SpaceX's absorption of xAI "not just the next chapter, but the next book" for the companies.
From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026
The fable construct extends to a frenetic visual scheme of handmade art and animation that interrupts our absorption process as if we were kids needing stimulation between all the talking heads.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026
Even before he was near enough to make out the expression on their faces, Winston could see absorption in every line of their bodies.
From "1984" by George Orwell
Vocabulary lists containing absorption
Chemistry - Introductory
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Photosynthesis - Middle School
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Chemistry - High School
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