Here’s a explanation:
Solubility is the ability of a substance (solute) to dissolve in a solvent to form a homogeneous solution.
- It tells us how much solute can dissolve in a certain amount of solvent at a given temperature and pressure.
- A substance that dissolves easily is called soluble.
- A substance that dissolves very little is called insoluble.
Example (conceptually):
- Sugar in water: sugar dissolves well → sugar is soluble in water.
- Sand in water: sand does not dissolve → sand is insoluble in water.
In short: Solubility tells us how much of something can mix completely with a liquid.