solubility

[ˌsɒljʊˈbɪlɪti]

solubility Definition

• 1. the ability of a substance to dissolve in a solvent and form a homogeneous solution
• 2. the amount of a substance that can dissolve in a given amount of solvent at a specified temperature and pressure

Using solubility: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "solubility" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The solubility of sugar in water increases with temperature.

• Example

  The solubility of oxygen in water decreases as the temperature rises.

• Example

  The solubility of salt in water is affected by pressure changes.

solubility Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for solubility

• dissolvability
• dissolution
• solubleness

Antonyms for solubility

• insolubility
• undissolvability

Phrases with solubility

• low solubility

  a small amount of a substance can be dissolved in a given amount of solvent

  Example

  Calcium sulfate has low solubility in water.

• high solubility

  a large amount of a substance can be dissolved in a given amount of solvent

  Example

  Sodium chloride has high solubility in water.

• insoluble

  a substance that cannot be dissolved in a particular solvent

  Example

  Silver chloride is insoluble in water.

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Summary: solubility in Brief

Solubility [ˌsɒljʊˈbɪlɪti] refers to the ability of a substance to dissolve in a solvent and form a homogeneous solution. It is also defined as the amount of a substance that can dissolve in a given amount of solvent at a specified temperature and pressure. Examples include 'The solubility of sugar in water increases with temperature.' and 'The solubility of salt in water is affected by pressure changes.' The terms 'low solubility' and 'high solubility' describe how much of a substance can be dissolved in a given amount of solvent, while 'insoluble' describes a substance that cannot be dissolved in a particular solvent.