solvation

British

/ sɒlˈveɪʃən /

noun

the process in which there is some chemical association between the molecules of a solute and those of the solvent. An example is an aqueous solution of copper sulphate which contains complex ions of the type [Cu(H 2 O) 4 ] ²⁺

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Their results showcase the changes of local solvation properties at metal/water interfaces, presenting new avenues for fine-tuning reactivity in electrochemistry.

From Science Daily ● Apr. 11, 2024

Because the copolymer has two units -- one that is electroactive and one which is the original thermo-responsive unit -- there are now two pathways available to control solvation.

From Science Daily ● Dec. 13, 2023

The chemistry of these microdroplet interfaces is dominated by large electric fields, partial solvation where molecules are partially surrounded by water, highly reactive molecules and very high acidity.

From Salon ● Nov. 15, 2022

In some cases, solutions do not form because the energy required to separate solute and solvent species is so much greater than the energy released by solvation.

From Textbooks ● Feb. 14, 2019

On solution in water, hydration or solvation probably takes place with the production of heat.

From Chlorination of Water by Joseph Race

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