Mixtures and Solutions Investigation 1

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What is a solute?

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A solute is a substance that is dissolved in a solution. For example, salt is a solute in saltwater.

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What is a solvent?

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A solvent is a substance that dissolves a solute, forming a solution. Water is a common solvent.

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What is a mixture?

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A mixture is a combination of two or more substances that are not chemically combined. An example is chex mix.

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What is a solution?

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A solution is a homogeneous mixture where one substance (solute) is dissolved in another (solvent). For example, saltwater.

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What happens to a solid when it dissolves in a liquid?

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When a solid dissolves in a liquid, it breaks down into smaller particles and becomes part of the liquid, making the liquid clear.

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What is the mass of a solution made with 75 ml of water and 25 ml of a solid?

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The mass of the solution is 100 g, which is the sum of the mass of the water and the solid.

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What is an example of a solute?

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Sugar is an example of a solute when it is dissolved in water to make lemonade.

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What is the difference between a mixture and a solution?

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A mixture contains two or more substances that retain their individual properties, while a solution is a mixture where the solute is completely dissolved.

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Can you see the solute in a solution?

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No, in a true solution, the solute is not visible because it is dissolved at the molecular level.

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What is an example of a homogeneous mixture?

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Saltwater is an example of a homogeneous mixture because it has a uniform composition throughout.