Porosity (noun)

The quality or state of having small pores, being full of pores, or allowing liquids or gases to pass through.

Origin:

The word 'porosity' is derived from the latin word 'porositas', which means the state of being porous. it was first used in the 1650s to describe the quality of having small pores or being full of pores.

Examples:

1. The porosity of the soil affected the plant's ability to absorb water and nutrients.
2. The porosity of the filter determined its efficiency in removing impurities from the water.
3. The high porosity of the sponge made it ideal for cleaning and absorbing spills.
4. The porosity of the rock determined the amount of oil that could be extracted from it.
5. The porosity of the fabric determined its breathability and comfort.