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The solution to the problem was surprisingly simple.
Die Lösung des Problems war überraschend einfach.
Eine Antwort oder Methode, um ein Problem zu lösen oder eine Aufgabe zu bewältigen.
The chemist prepared a chemical solution for the experiment.
Der Chemiker bereitete eine chemische Lösung für das Experiment vor.
There is no perfect solution to climate change, but we can reduce emissions.
Es gibt keine perfekte Lösung für den Klimawandel, aber wir können Emissionen reduzieren.
In chemistry, 'solution' refers to a homogeneous mixture of two or more substances. In mathematics, it can mean the answer to an equation.
In chemistry, 'solution' always refers to a liquid mixture (e.g., 'a salt solution'). In general contexts, it means 'Lösung' (e.g., 'a solution to a problem').
Always check whether 'solution' refers to a chemical mixture, a mathematical answer, or a general resolution to a problem.
From Latin 'solutio(n-)', from 'solvere' meaning 'to loosen' or 'to dissolve'. Entered English in the late 14th century.
In German, 'Lösung' is the most common translation, but context matters: 'solution' in chemistry is always 'Lösung', while in mathematics it can also be 'Lösung' or 'Ergebnis'.