Catalysis Vocabulary

noun a type of porous, granular substance used for adsorption and purification purposes

• Activated alumina is commonly used as a desiccant to remove moisture from air and gases.
• Make sure to use activated alumina in the air dryer to keep the moisture levels low.
• Don't forget to toss in some activated alumina to keep things dry and fresh.
• Her presence in the room was like activated alumina, absorbing all the negativity and leaving a sense of purity behind.

noun a substance or device that adsorbs, or collects molecules or particles on its surface

• The adsorber in the air purifier helps to remove impurities from the air.
• The adsorber in the water filter traps all the yucky stuff.
• The adsorber in the vacuum cleaner sucks up all the dirt and dust.
• She was like an adsorber, absorbing all the negativity around her.