Second law of thermodynamics
Second law of thermodynamics
The law stating that all spontaneous processes lead to an increase in the entropy of the universe.Semimetal
Semimetal
See Metalloid.Semipermeable
Semipermeable
A quality of a membrane allowing only some components of a solution, usually including the
solvent, to pass through, while limiting the passage of other species.
Sigma (σ) bond
Sigma (σ) bond
A bond formed by head-to-head overlap of orbitals from separate atoms.Solid
Solid
The phase of matter possessing the greatest order, in which molecules are fixed in a rigid
structure.
Solubility
Solubility
A measure of the amount of solute that can be dissolved in a solvent at a certain temperature.Solubility product (Ksp)