CFA 12-6-24 Solubility

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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 a concentrated solution?

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A concentrated solution is one that has a lot of solute dissolved in the solvent.

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What is an unsaturated solution?

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An unsaturated solution is a solution that contains less than the maximum amount of solute that it can hold at a given temperature and pressure.

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What is a heterogeneous mixture?

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A heterogeneous mixture is a mixture that contains two or more substances that are visibly distinguishable.

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How can you make a solution more concentrated?

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You can make a solution more concentrated by adding more solute.

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What is a saturated solution?

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A saturated solution is a solution that contains the maximum amount of solute that can be dissolved at a given temperature and pressure.

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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 in which the solute is dissolved to form a solution.

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What is the difference between a mixture and a solution?

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A mixture contains two or more substances that are not chemically combined, while a solution is a homogeneous mixture where the solute is dissolved in the solvent.

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What is an example of a concentrated solution?

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An example of a concentrated solution is syrup, which has a high amount of sugar dissolved in water.