Solubility

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What is solubility?

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Solubility is the ability of a substance to dissolve in a solvent, such as water.

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True or False: When something dissolves in water, it disappears completely.

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False. It may seem to disappear, but it is still present in a dissolved form.

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Which of the following is soluble in water: rocks, honey, pepper, or marbles?

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Honey is soluble in water.

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True or False: Salt and sugar are soluble in water.

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True. Both salt and sugar dissolve in water.

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What happens to substances that are not soluble in water?

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They do not dissolve and may sink or float.

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Is pepper soluble in water?

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No, pepper floats in water and does not dissolve.

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What is a solvent?

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A solvent is a substance that dissolves a solute, forming a solution. Water is a common solvent.

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What is a solute?

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

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Give an example of a soluble substance.

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Sugar is an example of a soluble substance.

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Give an example of an insoluble substance.

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Rocks are an example of an insoluble substance.