Aqueous Solutions - 7th Sci

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What is an aqueous solution?

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An aqueous solution is a solution in which water is the solvent.

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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 happens to sugar when it is added to water?

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The sugar dissolves in the water, forming a sugar solution.

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Which type of particles dissolve faster in water: large, medium, or small?

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Small particles dissolve faster in water than large or medium particles.

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How does temperature affect the rate of dissolving?

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Higher temperatures generally increase the rate of dissolving.

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What is concentration in terms of solutions?

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Concentration refers to the amount of solute present in a given volume of solvent.

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What is the effect of stirring on dissolving?

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Stirring increases the rate of dissolving by distributing the solute particles throughout the solvent.

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What is the relationship between solute and solvent in a solution?

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

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What happens to the rate of dissolving when cold water is used?

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Cold water slows down the rate of dissolving.