Solubility and Solution Concepts

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What is the maximum amount of a solute that can be dissolved in a given amount of solvent at a given temperature?

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Solubility

Front

In a solution, what is the term for the substance that is dissolved?

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Solute

Front

In a solution, what is the term for the substance that does the dissolving?

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Solvent

Front

What do you call a mixture where the solute is completely dissolved in the solvent?

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Solution

Front

What is the term for a substance that cannot be dissolved in a solution?

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Insoluble

Front

What is the term for a solution that has a large amount of solute compared to solvent?

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Concentrated solution

Front

What is the term for a solution that has a small amount of solute compared to solvent?

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Diluted solution

Front

What is the process called when a solute dissolves in a solvent?

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Dissolution

Front

What factors can affect the solubility of a substance?

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Temperature, pressure, and the nature of the solute and solvent.

Front

What is the term for the ability of a solute to dissolve in a solvent?

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Solubility