Sorption in Everyday Life

Ever wondered about those silica packets in food labeled “Do Not Eat”? Learn about how adsorption – adhesion of particles on surfaces – keeps water away from your crispy snacks. This video clarifies the difference between adsorption and absorption and explains how ‘sorption operates in everyday life, including hard water build-up on plumbing, fertilizer in soil, and how adsorption traps water and keeps dry foods dry.

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