Correct spelling for the English word "resorbence" is [ɹɪzˈɔːbəns], [ɹɪzˈɔːbəns], [ɹ_ɪ_z_ˈɔː_b_ə_n_s] (IPA phonetic alphabet).
Resorbence is a term used predominantly in medical and biological contexts to describe the process of reabsorption or the act of being resorbed. It refers to the ability of living organisms or tissues to take back or reabsorb a substance that was previously released or secreted.
In the field of biology, it pertains to the process by which cells or tissues of an organism absorb or uptake various substances, such as nutrients, hormones, or dissolved particles, that were initially released by another part of the organism. This process is essential for maintaining homeostasis and proper functioning of the organism.
In medical terminology, resorbence usually refers to the process of absorption or dissolution of tissues, such as bone or cartilage, over time. For example, resorbence is commonly observed in dental or orthopedic surgeries, where bone grafts or implants gradually integrate with the surrounding tissue as they get resorbed.
The term resorbence derives from the Latin word "resorbere," meaning to suck back or swallow again. It implies a reversible process where substances are taken back or reabsorbed into the living system. Resorbence is a fundamental physiological mechanism exhibited by many living organisms, allowing them to regulate and adapt to changes in their internal and external environment.