Solubility with Concentration

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What is solubility?

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Solubility is the ability of a substance (solute) to dissolve in a solvent, forming a solution.

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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, typically present in a greater amount.

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How does temperature affect solubility?

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Generally, increasing the temperature increases the solubility of solids in liquids.

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What is the effect of pressure on the solubility of solids?

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Pressure has little effect on the solubility of solids in liquids.

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What is the relationship between surface area and dissolution rate?

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Increasing the surface area of a solute increases the rate at which it dissolves.

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How does stirring affect the dissolution of a solute?

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Stirring increases the rate at which a solute dissolves by distributing the solute particles throughout the solvent.

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What happens to the solubility of gases in liquids with increasing temperature?

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The solubility of gases in liquids generally decreases as the temperature increases.

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What is concentration in terms of solutions?

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

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What is a saturated solution?

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A saturated solution is one in which no more solute can dissolve at a given temperature and pressure.