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absorb
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absorb [əb′sȯrb]
(chemistry)
To take up a substance in bulk.
(electromagnetism)
To take up energy from radiation.
(physics)
To take up matter or radiation.


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Mark uv absorbers include substituted benzophenones for rigid and flexible PVC, polyolefins, and other resins.
Polymer additives offered include a variety of phenolic antioxidants, secondary antioxidants, UV absorbers and hindered amine stabilizers.
The new method uses commercially available oxygen absorbers and airtight bags to kill pests by depriving them of oxygen.
 
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