Solvation
Solvation
Solvation (pronounced: /sɒlˈveɪʃən/), also known as dissolution, is a chemical process where a solute in gaseous, liquid, or solid phase is dissolved in a solvent to form a solution. The term originated from the Latin word "solutio", meaning "to loosen or solve".
Etymology
The term "solvation" is derived from the Latin word "solutio", which means "to loosen or solve". This refers to the process where a solute is dissolved in a solvent, effectively 'loosening' or 'solving' the solute particles.
Process
Solvation involves the interaction of a solute with a solvent, which leads to stabilization of the solute species in the solution. In the process of solvation, ions are surrounded by a concentric shell of solvent. Solvation is, in concept, distinct from dissolution and solubility.
Related Terms
- Solute: The substance that is dissolved in a solution.
- Solvent: The substance in which the solute is dissolved to form a solution.
- Solution: A homogeneous mixture composed of two or more substances.
- Dissolution: The process of dissolving a solute in a solvent to form a solution.
- Solubility: The property of a solid, liquid, or gaseous chemical substance called solute to dissolve in a solid, liquid, or gaseous solvent.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Solvation
- Wikipedia's article - Solvation
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