Word
solubility
Phoneticssol·u·bil·i·ty
US/ˌsɑɫjəˈbɪɫəˌti/
UK/sˌɒljuːbˈɪlɪti/
Definition
n. the ability of a substance to dissolve in another substance, like how sugar dissolves in water.
n. the property of a substance that allows it to be dissolved in a solvent to form a homogeneous solution.
Examples
“The solubility of salt in water is very high.”
“Chemists often test the solubility of different compounds to determine which ones can be used together in a specific reaction.”
“The solubility of gases in liquids generally decreases with increasing temperature, a principle that explains why carbonated beverages lose their fizz when left open at room temperature.”
Examples
simple
“The solubility of salt in water is very high.”
contextual
“Chemists often test the solubility of different compounds to determine which ones can be used together in a specific reaction.”
complex
“The solubility of gases in liquids generally decreases with increasing temperature, a principle that explains why carbonated beverages lose their fizz when left open at room temperature.”
Real-World Examples
“Scientists from UVM and RS Oncology, working with the University of Leicester and other institutions in the UK, are developing second-generation PRX3 inhibitors with improved solubility.” “These interactions organize the molecules into highly ordered one-dimensional nanofibers, while hydrophilic dendritic side chains ensured sufficient solubility.” Domain
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