Flashcard on Matter and Mixtures

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What is a concentrated solution?

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A concentrated solution has a high amount of solute relative to the amount of solvent.

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What is a solute?

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A solute is the substance that is dissolved in a solution, such as salt in saltwater.

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What does the pH scale measure?

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The pH scale measures the acidity or basicity of a solution.

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What is a solvent?

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A solvent is the substance in the greatest quantity in a solution, typically the liquid that dissolves the solute.

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What is a saturated solution?

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A saturated solution is one in which no more solute can dissolve at a given temperature.

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What is the difference between a dilute and a concentrated solution?

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A dilute solution has a low concentration of solute, while a concentrated solution has a high concentration of solute.

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What happens to solute particles in a solution?

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Solute particles are evenly distributed throughout the solvent.

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What is an example of a solvent?

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Water is a common solvent used in many solutions.

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What is an example of a solute?

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Sugar is an example of a solute when dissolved in water.

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What does it mean if a solution is unsaturated?

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An unsaturated solution can still dissolve more solute at a given temperature.