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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What does it mean when a substance is soluble?

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A substance is soluble if it can dissolve in a solvent, forming a solution.

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What does it mean when a substance is insoluble?

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A substance is insoluble if it does not dissolve in a solvent.

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Is salt soluble in water?

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Yes, salt is soluble in water.

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Is sugar soluble in water?

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Yes, sugar is soluble in water.

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What happens to particles of a soluble substance in water?

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The particles spread out and become part of the water.

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What is an example of a soluble substance?

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Honey is an example of a soluble substance.

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What is an example of an insoluble substance?

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Rocks are an example of an insoluble substance.

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What is the process of dissolving?

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The process of dissolving is when a solute mixes with a solvent to form a solution.

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What is a solution?

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