solvation

British  

/ sɒlˈveɪʃən /

noun

1. 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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Example Sentences

The rate at which ions in any battery break free from such environments, or solvation cages in polymer electrolytes, helps determine how energy flows through the battery.

From Science Daily • Apr. 16, 2024

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 Race, Joseph