Solutions: Solute and Solvent

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What is a solvent?

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The substance that does the dissolving in a solution.

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How do we make a dilution?

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Add more solvent.

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Which is an example of a solvent?

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Water.

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A solution that contains more solute than a saturated solution is a ______.

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super saturated solution.

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A solution in which the solute completely dissolves is called a ______.

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unsaturated solution.

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What is a solute?

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The substance that is being dissolved in a solution.

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What is a saturated solution?

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A solution that has dissolved the maximum amount of solute at a given temperature.

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What happens in a supersaturated solution?

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It contains more solute than can normally dissolve at a given temperature.

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What is the role of temperature in solubility?

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Generally, increasing temperature increases the solubility of solids in liquids.

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What is the difference between a homogeneous and heterogeneous mixture?

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A homogeneous mixture has a uniform composition, while a heterogeneous mixture does not.