Mixtures and Solutions

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In a solution, the substance that is being dissolved is the _______________.

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solute

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A solution is a mixture of one or more substances _________ evenly into another substance.

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dissolved

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________ is the ability to dissolve in water.

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Solubility

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A combination of two or more substances that are not chemically combined is called ____________

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a mixture.

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What is a solution?

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A combination of two or more substances that can't be easily separated.

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What is a solute?

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The substance that is dissolved in a solution.

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What is a solvent?

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The substance in which the solute is dissolved.

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What is the difference between a mixture and a solution?

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A mixture can be separated easily, while a solution cannot.

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What does solubility refer to?

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The ability of a substance to dissolve in a solvent.

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Give an example of a solution.

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Saltwater is a solution of salt (solute) dissolved in water (solvent).