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
Further analysis showed that this boost was not due to stronger absorption of the incoming light.
From Science Daily • Mar. 24, 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
But the space suits have to be portable, so they use a simple chemical absorption process with expendable filters.
From "The Martian" by Andy Weir
Vocabulary lists containing absorption
Chemistry - Introductory
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Photosynthesis - Middle School
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Chemistry - High School
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