Mixtures and Solutions

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What is a mixture?

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A mixture is formed when two or more substances are combined together without creating a new substance.

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What is a solution?

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A solution is a homogeneous mixture where one substance (the solute) is dissolved in another (the solvent).

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What is the difference between a mixture and a compound?

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A mixture consists of two or more substances that retain their individual properties, while a compound is a substance formed when two or more elements chemically combine to create a new substance.

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What is a solute?

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A solute is the substance that is dissolved in a solution.

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What is a solvent?

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A solvent is the substance that dissolves the solute in a solution.

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What is an example of a homogeneous mixture?

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An example of a homogeneous mixture is saltwater, where the salt is evenly distributed throughout the water.

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What is an example of a heterogeneous mixture?

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An example of a heterogeneous mixture is a salad, where the individual ingredients can be seen and separated.

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What is concentration in terms of solutions?

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Concentration refers to the amount of solute present in a given volume of solvent or solution.

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What is saturation in a solution?

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Saturation occurs when a solution can no longer dissolve additional solute at a given temperature and pressure.

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What factors affect the solubility of a substance?

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Factors that affect solubility include temperature, pressure, and the nature of the solute and solvent.