soluble

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Further investigation showed that this dark band represented a wave of soluble actin, a key protein involved in cell movement, being rapidly pushed forward.

From Science Daily • Apr. 1, 2026

From a palatability standpoint, soluble fibers are more favorable.

From Salon • Jan. 17, 2026

In a major step toward improving cancer treatment, researchers at Northwestern University have redesigned the molecular structure of a widely used chemotherapy drug, making it far more soluble, potent, and less toxic to the body.

From Science Daily • Nov. 5, 2025

Sodium cyanide is also highly soluble in water and it can react vigorously to produce the gas hydrogen cyanide - which is also toxic.

From BBC • Mar. 11, 2025

This is because these chemicals are soluble in fat.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson