Mixtures and Solutions

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What is a solution?

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The chlorine in pool water, for example

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What defines a compound?

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A pure substance composed of different elements that are chemically bonded

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What is a saturated solution?

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A solution in which NO MORE solute can dissolve

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Solute

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The substance that dissolves in a solvent

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What characterizes a heterogeneous mixture?

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A mixture that does not have a uniform composition

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What is a homogeneous mixture?

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Mixtures which have the same appearance and properties throughout

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Alloy

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A solution made of metals

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What defines a pure substance?

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A pure substance in which all the atoms are the same

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Solvent

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The substance in which something is dissolved

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Solubility

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How much solute CAN dissolve in a solvent (characteristic property)