Mixtures and Solutions

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What do we call the substance that dissolves the solute?

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Solvent

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Which is a solution?

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Chocolate milk is a solution.

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What do we call a mixture in which one of the substances has dissolved?

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Solution

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What is the difference between mixtures and solutions?

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A solution is a mixture in which there is a solvent and a solute.

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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 mixture?

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A mixture is a combination of two or more substances that are not chemically bonded.

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What is an example of a solid solution?

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Alloy, such as bronze, is a solid solution.

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What is the process of separating a mixture called?

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Separation techniques, such as filtration or distillation.

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What is saturation in a solution?

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Saturation occurs when no more solute can dissolve in the solvent at a given temperature.

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What is a homogeneous mixture?

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A homogeneous mixture has a uniform composition throughout, like saltwater.