Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
solubility
noun
/səˈljuː.bɪl.ɪ.ti/
Definition
The ability of a substance to dissolve in a solvent.
Examples
- The solubility of salt in water increases with temperature.
- Different gases have varying solubility levels in liquids.
- The lab tested the solubility of the compound in various solvents.
Meaning
Solubility refers to how well a substance can be broken down and distributed in a liquid, usually water, resulting in a solution.
Synonyms
- dissolvability
- solvent capacity
- solubleness