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What is Solubility ?
The solubility of a substance is the maximum amount of that substance that can be dissolved in a given quantity of solvent. The solubility of a substance is usually expressed in terms of mass or moles of solute per liter of solvent.
Solubility Definition
Solubility is the ability of a substance to dissolve in a solvent. The term “soluble” is often used to describe a substance that dissolves easily in a solvent, while the term “insoluble” is used to describe a substance that does not dissolve easily.
Other Types of Solubility
In addition to the types of solubility described above, there are other types that are less commonly used.
Suspended solids: These are solids that are not dissolved in a liquid, but are instead suspended in it. This occurs when small particles of a solid are dispersed in a liquid. The suspended solids will not dissolve and will instead settle to the bottom over time.
Colloidal suspension: This is a type of suspension that contains very small particles that are not easily dissolved. These particles are usually less than 1 micrometer in size. Colloidal suspensions are usually found in natural systems, such as soil and water.
Factors Affecting Solubility:
1. Temperature
2. Concentration
3. Surface Area
4. pH
