Definition

To take up and chemically bind a substance onto the surface of another substance.

Example

The catalyst can chemisorb reactants to enhance the reaction rate.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you know that some materials can chemisorb gases onto their surfaces?

Really? I had no idea how that worked.

Yeah, it's fascinating how they form strong bonds.

I should look into that for my chemistry project!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Chemisorb → It is formed from "chemi-" (from Greek "khēmia", meaning chemistry or the art of transmuting metals) and "sorb" (from Latin "sorbere", meaning to suck or absorb). The word "chemisorb" refers to the process of a substance being absorbed at the molecular level through chemical bonding.

Memory Tip

Think of 'chemistry' ('chemi-') involving the 'absorption' ('sorb') of substances at a molecular level.

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