Solutions & Solubility

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What is a solution?

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A solution is a homogeneous mixture composed of two or more substances, where one substance (the solute) is dissolved in another (the solvent).

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What is solubility?

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Solubility is the ability of a substance (solute) to dissolve in a solvent at a given temperature and pressure.

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What factors affect solubility?

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Factors affecting solubility include temperature, pressure, the nature of the solute and solvent, and agitation.

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How does temperature affect solubility?

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Generally, increasing the temperature increases the solubility of solids in liquids, while the solubility of gases decreases with increasing temperature.

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What is the difference between solubility and the rate of solubility?

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Solubility refers to the maximum amount of solute that can dissolve in a solvent, while the rate of solubility refers to how quickly the solute dissolves.

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What is an example of a solution?

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An example of a solution is saltwater, where salt (solute) is dissolved in water (solvent).

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What is the role of agitation in solubility?

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Agitation increases the rate of solubility by helping to disperse the solute particles throughout the solvent.

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What happens when you add more solvent to a saturated solution?

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Adding more solvent to a saturated solution can increase the solubility of the solute, allowing more solute to dissolve.

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What is a saturated solution?

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A saturated solution is a solution that has reached its maximum concentration of solute at a given temperature and pressure.

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What is an unsaturated solution?

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An unsaturated solution is a solution that can still dissolve more solute at a given temperature and pressure.