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Unsaturated

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Meaning

(chemistry, of a solution) Not saturated; capable of dissolving more of a solute at the same temperature..

Definitions by Sense

  1. (chemistry, of a solution) Not saturated; capable of dissolving more of a solute at the same temperature.
  2. (chemistry) Of a compound containing atoms sharing more than one valence bond, especially of an organic compound having one or more double bonds or triple bonds between carbon atoms.
  3. (of a colour) Not chromatically pure; diluted.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does unsaturated mean?

Unsaturated means (chemistry, of a solution) Not saturated; capable of dissolving more of a solute at the same temperature..

What is a synonym for unsaturated?

Common synonyms include dull, polyunsaturated.

What is the opposite of unsaturated?

Possible antonyms include pure, saturated, concentrated.

How do you use unsaturated in a sentence?

Use unsaturated where its definition matches the intended context.

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