heat of solution

heat of solution

[′hēt əv sə′lü·shən]

(physical chemistry)

The enthalpy of a solution minus the sum of the enthalpies of its components. Also known as integral heat of solution; total heat of solution.

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heat of solution

The heat which is liberated by the solution of a material in a solvent.

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