Solutes, Solvents, Solutions

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What are the three components of a solution?

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Solute, solvent, and solution.

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Define solute.

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A solute is a substance that is dissolved in a solvent to form a solution.

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Define solvent.

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A solvent is a substance that dissolves a solute, resulting in a solution.

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What is a solution?

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A solution is a homogeneous mixture of two or more substances, where one substance (the solute) is dissolved in another (the solvent).

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How many elements are in the compound Na2CO3?

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There are 3 elements: Sodium (Na), Carbon (C), and Oxygen (O).

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In a saltwater solution, what is the solute?

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The solute is salt.

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Is dissolving sugar in water a physical or chemical change?

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It is a physical change.

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What is the role of temperature in dissolving a solute?

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Increasing the temperature generally increases the solubility of a solute in a solvent.

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What happens when you stir a solute in a solvent?

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Stirring increases the rate of dissolution of the solute in the solvent.

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What is the difference between a saturated and an unsaturated solution?

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A saturated solution contains the maximum amount of solute that can dissolve at a given temperature, while an unsaturated solution can still dissolve more solute.