Solutions: Introduction

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What is an unsaturated solution?

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An unsaturated solution is one that contains less solute than a saturated solution.

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What is the dissolving medium in a solution called?

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The dissolving medium in a solution is called the solvent.

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What is the substance that is dissolved in a solution called?

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The substance dissolved in a solution is called the solute.

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What part of the solution does the dissolving?

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The part of the solution that does the dissolving is called the solvent.

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What happens when no more solute can dissolve in a solution?

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When no more solute dissolves, the solution is saturated.

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What is a saturated solution?

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

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What is a supersaturated solution?

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A supersaturated solution contains more solute than a saturated solution at a given temperature.

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What is a solute?

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A solute is a 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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Can a solution be both saturated and unsaturated?

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No, a solution cannot be both saturated and unsaturated at the same time.