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A · B · C · D · E · F · G · H · I · J · K · L · M · N · O · P · Q · R · S · T · U · V · W · X · Y · Z   entire Web this site absorption The passing of a substance or force into the body of another substance. The capture of photons by atoms, molecules, or ions, which results in a decrease in the intensity of light, or other electromagnetic radiation, as it passes through a substance. See also absorber and absorption coefficient. Related categories    • BASIC SCIENCE Also on this site: Encyclopedia of Science Transport Concepts & Designs (partner site) BACK TO TOP