noun
solubility
sol-yuh-BIL-uh-tee
Solubility (noun) means the extent to which a substance will dissolve in a given liquid, usually stated as the maximum amount that dissolves in a set volume at a set temperature. Example: “The solubility of table salt in water is about 36 grams per 100 millilitres at room temperature.”
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The extent to which a substance will dissolve in a given liquid, usually stated as the maximum amount that dissolves in a set volume at a set temperature.
"The solubility of table salt in water is about 36 grams per 100 millilitres at room temperature."
"Warming the solvent increases the solubility of most solids."
2
formal The capacity of a problem to be solved.
"Mathematicians debated the solubility of the equation for a century."
How to use solubility
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishHow much of something will dissolve in a liquid.
When to use it
Technical; standard in chemistry, pharmacology and food science.
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Common pairings
solubility in water
solubility product
poor solubility
aqueous solubility
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Etymology
From Latin 'solubilis', from 'solvere' meaning 'to loosen, dissolve'.
Synonyms
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dissolvability
solvability
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What is the difference between solubility and dissolving?
Dissolving is the process of a substance breaking up and spreading through a liquid. Solubility is the fixed limit on how much can dissolve under given conditions. Sugar dissolves in tea; its solubility tells you when the tea can take no more.
Does temperature affect solubility?
Yes, and the direction depends on the substance. Most solids dissolve better in hot liquid, which is why sugar disappears faster in hot tea. Gases do the opposite: warm water holds less carbon dioxide, which is why a fizzy drink goes flat quicker when warm.
What is a saturated solution?
One that holds as much dissolved substance as its solubility allows at that temperature. Add more and it simply sits at the bottom undissolved.
What is the meaning of solubility?
"solubility" (noun) means the extent to which a substance will dissolve in a given liquid, usually stated as the maximum amount that dissolves in a set volume at a set temperature.
