Rate of dissolving

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What is the rate of dissolving?

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The rate of dissolving refers to how quickly a solute dissolves in a solvent.

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True or False: The smaller the particle size, the faster the rate of dissolution.

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True

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What can Jackson do to speed up the rate of dissolving salt in water?

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He should heat the water to a higher temperature.

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What is a physical change?

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A change to matter in which no new kinds of matter are formed, such as mixing.

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What is a filter?

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A material with very tiny holes that blocks solid or larger particles but allows gas, liquid, or small grains to pass through.

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Which action will NOT increase the rate of dissolution for solids?

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Decreasing the temperature.

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What effect does temperature have on the rate of dissolving?

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Increasing the temperature generally increases the rate of dissolving.

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What is surface area in the context of dissolving?

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Surface area refers to the exposed area of a solute that is available to interact with the solvent.

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How does stirring affect the rate of dissolving?

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Stirring increases the rate of dissolving by moving the solute particles into the solvent more quickly.

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What is a solute?

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A solute is a substance that is dissolved in a solvent.