practically insoluble

Frequency: 7.310.2 per million words

For all practical purposes, the substance does not dissolve.

insolubleADJECTIVE (impossible to dissolve)

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practically

Examples (10)

  • These chemicals are practically insoluble in water.
  • The new compound proved practically insoluble in all common solvents.
  • For most applications, the pigment is considered practically insoluble.
  • They discovered a substance that was practically insoluble under normal conditions.
  • Even with heating, the residue remained practically insoluble.
  • We found that the material becomes practically insoluble at lower temperatures.
  • The scientists observed that the protein was practically insoluble in saline solutions.
  • Despite extensive stirring, the powder was practically insoluble.
  • This type of polymer is known for being practically insoluble in organic liquids.
  • The drug formulation made the active ingredient practically insoluble, allowing for slow release.