Associations to the word «Solvate»

Wiktionary

SOLVATE, noun. (chemistry) A complex formed by the attachment of solvent molecules to that of a solute
SOLVATE, verb. (chemistry) To form such a complex upon solution

Dictionary definition

SOLVATE, noun. A compound formed by solvation (the combination of solvent molecules with molecules or ions of the solute).
SOLVATE, verb. Cause a solvation in (a substance).
SOLVATE, verb. Undergo solvation or convert into a solvate.

Wise words

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