Pre AP Chem - Solutions Review

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What is an unsaturated solution?

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A solution that can still dissolve more solute at a given temperature.

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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 is a supersaturated solution?

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A solution that contains more solute than can normally dissolve at a given temperature.

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What is a solute?

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The substance that is dissolved in a solution.

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What is a solvent?

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The substance that dissolves the solute in a solution.

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What is a dilute solution?

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A solution that has a relatively low amount of solute.

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What is a concentrated solution?

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A solution that has a relatively high amount of solute.

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What happens when more solute is added to a saturated solution?

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The excess solute will not dissolve and will settle at the bottom.

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At what temperature does the solubility of sodium chloride match that of potassium dichromate?

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60 ºC.

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In a carbonated drink like Coke, what is the solute and what is the solvent?

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Carbon dioxide gas is the solute; water is the solvent.