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Absorption
Absorption is a type of separation process used in refining in which a component in a mixed stream is selectively taken up by a liquid stream (absorbed), separating it from other components in the mix.
The absorbed chemical is typically then separated from the absorbing liquid (absorbent) by fractionation.
Author: Tim Fitzgibbon, Refining Industry Sr. Expert
