Adsorbent

Adsorbent (n.) A material that can hold molecules of liquids, gases, or dissolved substances on its surface. In photography, adsorbents like silica gel are used to protect equipment from moisture damage. These materials are often found in small packets included with new electronics or camera gear to maintain low humidity during storage and transport.

Sebastian Chase
Sebastian Chase

Sebastian Chase is a mobile digital photographer who enjoys trying out new mobile technologies, and figuring out how to get them to deliver high-quality images with minimal effort. Join him on his mission to help mobile photographers create incredible images and videos with their new-age digital cameras, no matter the form that they may take.

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