Environmental Adsorption

Environmental adsorption is a natural or engineered process where substances like pollutants or chemicals stick to the surface of materials such as soil, minerals, or activated carbon. This phenomenon helps remove or contain harmful substances from air, water, or soil, preventing them from spreading or causing damage. Adsorption is different from absorption; it involves molecules sticking to a surface rather than being taken inside. It plays a vital role in environmental cleanup, water treatment, and pollution control by capturing contaminants and reducing their impact on ecosystems and human health.