Solutions Practice

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A nonelectrolyte is...

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A substance that dissolves in water and does not conduct electric current.

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A solution that has the maximum amount of solute dissolved in the solvent is called __________________.

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saturated

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The dissolving medium in a solution is called ...

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solvent

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What is another name for a solution?

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a homogeneous mixture

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This is a mixture that will settle over time if you let it sit.

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Suspension

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What is a solute?

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

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What is the difference between a saturated and an unsaturated solution?

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A saturated solution contains the maximum amount of solute that can dissolve at a given temperature, while an unsaturated solution can still dissolve more solute.

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What is a colloid?

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A mixture where tiny particles are dispersed throughout but do not settle out.

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What is the process of dissolving called?

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Dissolution.

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What is the term for a solution that contains more solute than it can theoretically hold at a given temperature?

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Supersaturated.