Etymology
The term "nonvolatile" is derived from the Latin prefix "non-", meaning "not," and the adjective "volatile," which comes from the Latin verb "volare," meaning "to fly."
Meaning and Origin
In chemistry, the term "nonvolatile" refers to a substance that has a low vapor pressure and is not easily vaporized at room temperature or under normal conditions. In other words, it does not readily turn into a gas or vapor.
The opposite of nonvolatile is "volatile," which describes substances that vaporize easily at room temperature or under normal conditions.
The term "nonvolatile" was first used in the context of chemistry in the early 19th century. It was used to distinguish between substances that could be easily evaporated and those that could not.
Examples
Examples of nonvolatile liquids include:
Examples of nonvolatile solids include:
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