7.6D Aqueous Solutions

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What is a solute?

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A solute is a substance that is dissolved in a solvent to form a solution.

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What is a solvent?

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A solvent is a substance that dissolves a solute, resulting in a solution.

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What is a solution?

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A solution is a homogeneous mixture formed when a solute is dissolved in a solvent.

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What is a saturated solution?

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A saturated solution is a solution that has dissolved the maximum amount of solute at a given temperature.

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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.

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What is a supersaturated solution?

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A supersaturated solution is a solution that contains more solute than can normally dissolve at a given temperature.

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What happens during dilution?

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During dilution, more solvent is added to a solution, decreasing its concentration.

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How can you make a solution more concentrated?

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You can make a solution more concentrated by adding more solute.

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What is the process of dissolving?

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Dissolving is the process where a solute interacts with a solvent to form a solution.

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What is the difference between a homogeneous and heterogeneous mixture?

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A homogeneous mixture has a uniform composition throughout, while a heterogeneous mixture has a non-uniform composition.