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Glossary

# Adsorption

Adsorption is the adhesion of molecules from a liquid or gas onto a surface. Peptides, particularly hydrophobic or highly charged ones, can adsorb to glass and plastic surfaces, reducing the concentration actually present in dilute solutions. Using low-binding materials, adding carrier proteins or detergents, or silanised glass helps reduce losses.

Source: [en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adsorption)

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