Dissolution (chemistry)
Dissolution (chemistry)
Dissolution (/dɪsəˈluːʃən/) is a process in which a solvent incorporates a solute to form a solution. The term originates from the Latin word "dissolutio", meaning "to loosen" or "to dissolve".
Process
In the process of dissolution, the solute particles are dispersed in the solvent. This process is influenced by various factors such as temperature, pressure, and the polarity of the solvent.
Types of Dissolution
There are two main types of dissolution: endothermic and exothermic. In endothermic dissolution, energy is absorbed from the surroundings, while in exothermic dissolution, energy is released to the surroundings.
Related Terms
- Solubility: The maximum amount of a substance that can be dissolved in a particular solvent at a specific temperature.
- Saturation: The state of a solution in which no more solute can be dissolved.
- Supersaturation: A state of a solution that contains more of the dissolved material than could be dissolved by the solvent under normal circumstances.
- Precipitation: The process of converting a substance in solution into a solid form.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Dissolution (chemistry)
- Wikipedia's article - Dissolution (chemistry)
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