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"Solución" is a noun which is often translated as "solution", and "disolución" is a noun which is often translated as "dissolution". Learn more about the difference between "solución" and "disolución" below.
la solución(
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)A feminine noun is almost always used with feminine articles and adjectives (e.g., la mujer bonita, la luna llena).
1. (resolution)
2. (chemistry)
a. solution
En clase de química preparamos una solución de agua y etanol como base del experimento.In chemistry class, we prepared a solution of ethanol and water as the basis for our experiment.
la disolución(
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)A feminine noun is almost always used with feminine articles and adjectives (e.g., la mujer bonita, la luna llena).
a. dissolution
Los fans quedaron consternados al enterarse de la disolución de la banda.The fans were upset when they heard about the dissolution of the band.
b. breaking up
La disolución de la manifestación se produjo sin incidentes.The breaking up of the demonstration took place without any incident.
c. annulment (contract)
La pareja estaba de acuerdo en que la disolución de su matrimonio era lo correcto.The couple agreed that the annulment of their marriage was the right thing to do.
2. (chemistry)
a. solution
Se recomienda desinfectar la herida con una disolución de agua con sal.It is recommended to disinfect the wound with a solution of salt water.
