solution

Introduction

Incorporation of a solid, liquid, or gas (solute) in a liquid* (solvent) resulting in a single homogeneous liquid phase. That is a solvent dissolves a solute to form a solution.

* may also include non crystalline solids

More general terms

• fluid

More specific terms

• 10% dextrose in water (D10W)
• 5% dextrose in 1/2 normal saline (D5W 1/2 NS)
• 5% dextrose in normal saline (D5W NS)
• 5% dextrose in water (D5W)
• 50% dextrose in water (D50W)
• tincture
• topical solution

Additional terms

• solute
• solvent