solvation
Britishnoun
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In short, fluorobenzene forms a more organized solvation structure than the other halobenzenes.
From Science Daily ● Jan. 5, 2026
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
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
If the solute’s electrostatic forces are significantly greater than the solvation forces, the dissolution process is significantly endothermic and the compound may not dissolve to an appreciable extent.
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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