Exploring Solutions and Matter Conservation

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What is solubility?

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Solubility is the ability of a substance to dissolve in a solvent, such as water.

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What happens to the mass of salt when it dissolves in water?

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The mass of salt remains the same; it does not disappear.

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What is a solution?

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A solution is a mixture where one substance (solute) is completely dissolved in another (solvent).

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Give an example of a solution.

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Salt in water is an example of a solution.

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What is the conservation of matter?

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The conservation of matter states that matter cannot be created or destroyed in a chemical reaction.

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How does temperature affect solubility?

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

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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 in a solution.

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What happens to the properties of a solution when a solute is added?

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The properties of the solution, such as color and boiling point, can change depending on the solute.

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What is an example of a substance that does not dissolve in water?

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Oil is an example of a substance that does not dissolve in water.