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Solvent

usgb/ˈsɑːlvənt/Volume
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Common Usage

Solvent as a noun is widely used in science to describe a substance that dissolves others.

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In the experiment, the solvent quickly dissolved the colored powder.
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Type Matters

Different solvents are used depending on the substance you need to dissolve.

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Oil-based paint requires a strong solvent for cleanup.
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Solubility Limits

Even good solvents have limits on how much they can dissolve before becoming saturated.

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Salt can dissolve in water, but only until the water becomes saturated.
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