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AAT Bioquest

What is a solubility test?

Posted March 17, 2023


Answer

Solubility test is a type of test used to determine the ability of compounds to dissolve in a solvent – usually liquid - at equilibrium. Researchers use these tests to determine the size and polarity of unknown compounds and the presence of acidic and basic functional groups.

Additional resources

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Solubility Reference Table

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