Factors Affecting Dissolving Rates

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What can increase the rate of dissolving?

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Using a solute with a smaller particle size.

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How does cold water affect the speed of dissolving?

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Cold water slows down dissolving.

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What is the amount of area covered by the surface of an object?

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Surface Area.

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What is it called when you make a solution less strong by adding more liquid?

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Dilution.

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What is the maximum amount of a substance that can dissolve in a liquid?

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Solubility.

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What is the term for the process of a solute dissolving in a solvent?

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Dissolution.

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What effect does increasing temperature have on the rate of dissolving?

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It generally increases the rate of dissolving.

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What is agitation in the context of dissolving?

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Agitation refers to stirring or shaking the mixture to help dissolve the solute.

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How does surface area affect the rate of dissolving?

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A larger surface area increases the rate of dissolving.

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What is concentration in a solution?

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