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