Absorbing and Non-absorbing Particles

Absorbing particles are substances that take in or absorb energy from their surroundings, such as light, sound, or radiation. Examples include charcoal absorbing odors or tissues absorbing moisture. Non-absorbing particles do not take in energy; instead, they reflect or scatter it. For instance, glass reflects light instead of absorbing it. These properties influence how materials interact with their environment—absorbing particles can change in temperature or appearance, while non-absorbing particles primarily affect visibility or the path of waves without gaining energy themselves.