Solubility

usgb/ˌsɑːljuˈbɪləti/
noun

The ability of a substance to dissolve in a liquid.

The solubility of salt in water decreases as the temperature of the water decreases.
Visual representation of "solubility" - The ability of a substance to dissolve in a liquid

Often appears as...

  • increased solubility
  • solubility in water

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Temperature Matters

Solubility often changes with temperature; substances may dissolve more or less at different temperatures.

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The solubility of sugar in our tea became very low since the tea cooled down.
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Common Phrases

Learn phrases like 'low solubility' to describe substances that don't dissolve well, and 'high solubility' for those that do.

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Iodine has low solubility in water, making it difficult to dissolve.
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Not Just Liquids

Solubility isn't limited to liquids; gases and solids can also dissolve substances under certain conditions.

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Ammonia has high solubility in water even though it's a gas.
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