SATURATED Meaning and
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Saturated is an adjective that describes something that is completely filled or saturated with a substance, specifically in the context of liquids or gases. It signifies a state where a material has absorbed or dissolved as much of the given substance as it can hold, reaching its maximum capacity.
In terms of chemistry or physical science, a saturated solution refers to a solution in which the maximum amount of solute has been dissolved in a solvent at a certain temperature, resulting in no further dissolving of the solute. For instance, a solution of salt in water becomes saturated when it can no longer dissolve any more salt at a particular temperature.
The term can also apply to fats or oils. When referring to dietary fats, it signifies that the fat is in a solid state at room temperature due to being completely saturated with hydrogen atoms. This means that each carbon atom in the fat molecule is bonded to the maximum number of hydrogen atoms, leading to a straight molecular structure and solid texture. In contrast, unsaturated fats remain in a liquid state at room temperature due to the presence of double bonds between carbon atoms, causing the molecule to bend.
Overall, saturated denotes a state of complete saturation or maximum capacity of a substance in a given medium, whether it is a liquid solvent, a gas, or a fat or oil molecule.
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Etymology of SATURATED
The word "saturated" comes from the Latin word "saturatus", which is the past participle of the verb "saturare". "Saturare" means "to fill, saturate" or "to satisfy". The Latin word itself has its roots in the adjective "satis" meaning "enough" or "sufficient". In English, "saturated" is used to describe a substance or a solution that is completely soaked or filled to the maximum extent possible, often implying that it cannot absorb any more.
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