Definition

A complex made when solvent molecules attach to a solute, forming a new structure that includes both the solute and the solvent.

Example

The chemist studied the solvate to understand how the solvent interacted with the solute.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of a solvate in chemistry?

Yeah, I think it's about how molecules interact with solvents, right?

Exactly! It's fascinating how a solvate can change the properties of a solute.

For sure! I love learning about how these processes work.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To form a complex with a solvent, usually involving the interaction of a solute with a solvent in a solution.

Example

When salt dissolves in water, it solvates, meaning it forms a complex with the water molecules.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you ever heard about how to solvate certain compounds in chemistry?

Yeah, I think it has to do with how molecules interact in a solution.

Exactly! It’s fascinating to see how they solvate and form new structures.

Root Explanation

Solvate → It is formed from "solv-" (from Latin "solvere", meaning to loosen or dissolve) and "-ate" (a suffix used to form verbs or indicate a process). The word "solvate" means to undergo the process of dissolving in a solvent.

Memory Tip

Think of 'loosening' ('solv-') something in a liquid — that's what solvate means, to dissolve in a solvent.

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