Chemistry and Biology
- Absorption (chemistry), absorption of particles of gas or liquid in liquid or solid material
- Absorption (skin), a route by which substances can enter the body through the skin
- Absorption (pharmacokinetics), absorption of drugs in body
- CO2 scrubber, the absorbent in a rebreather
- Absorption (small intestine)
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