solvate

Definitions


[ˈsɒlveɪt], (Verb)

Definitions:
- (of a solvent) enter into reversible chemical combination with (a dissolved molecule, ion, etc.)
(e.g: water can solvate both cations and anions)


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Origin:
early 20th century: formed irregularly from solve + -ate


[ˈsɒlveɪt], (Noun)

Definitions:
- a more or less loosely bonded complex formed between a solvent and a dissolved species


Phrases:

Origin:
early 20th century: formed irregularly from solve + -ate




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