Solutions, Acids & Bases Vocab

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What is an unsaturated solution?

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A solution that contains less solute than a saturated solution and can dissolve additional solute.

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What is concentration in the context of solutions?

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The quantity of solute that is dissolved in a given volume of solution.

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What is an electrolyte?

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A substance that dissolves in water to give a solution that conducts an electric current.

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What is an alloy?

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A homogeneous mixture that is usually composed of two or more metals.

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What is a supersaturated solution?

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A solution that holds more dissolved solute than is required to reach equilibrium at a given temperature.

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What is a saturated solution?

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A solution that contains the maximum amount of solute that can be dissolved at a given temperature.

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What is solubility?

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The ability of a substance to dissolve in a solvent at a given temperature and pressure.

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What is a solute?

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The substance that is dissolved in a solution.

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What is a solvent?

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The substance that dissolves the solute to form a solution.

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What is a homogeneous mixture?

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A mixture that has a uniform composition and properties throughout.