saturated science definition

1. Relating to an organic compound in which all the carbon atoms are joined by single bonds and therefore cannot be combined with any additional atoms or radicals. Propane and cyclopentane are examples of saturated hydrocarbons. Compare unsaturated.
2. Relating to a solution that is unable to dissolve more of a solute.
3. Containing as much water vapor as is possible at a given temperature. Air that is saturated has a relative humidity of 100 percent.

saturated

a molecule of cyclopentane