Solution and Suspensions

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What is a solution?

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A solution is a homogeneous mixture where one substance (solute) is dissolved in another (solvent).

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What is an example of a solution?

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Sugar and water is an example of a solution.

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What is a solute?

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A solute is the substance that is dissolved in a solution.

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What is a solvent?

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A solvent is the substance that dissolves the solute in a solution.

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What is solubility?

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Solubility is the amount of solute that can be dissolved by a solvent.

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How can you increase the rate of dissolving a solute?

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You can increase the rate of dissolving by stirring the mixture.

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What happens when you mix sand and water?

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Sand does not dissolve in water; it forms a suspension.

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What is a suspension?

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A suspension is a heterogeneous mixture where solid particles are dispersed in a liquid but not dissolved.

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Can you give an example of a suspension?

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An example of a suspension is muddy water.

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What is the difference between a solution and a suspension?

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In a solution, the solute is completely dissolved, while in a suspension, the solid particles remain undissolved.