Solubility

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What is solubility?

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Solubility refers to the ability of a substance to dissolve in a solvent, forming a solution.

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What is a solute?

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A solute is the substance that is being 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, usually present in a greater amount.

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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 does it mean if a substance is soluble?

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If a substance is soluble, it means it can dissolve in water.

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What does it mean if a substance is insoluble?

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If a substance is insoluble, it means it cannot dissolve in water.

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Give an example of a soluble substance.

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Salt is an example of a soluble substance.

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Give an example of an insoluble substance.

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Gravel is an example of an insoluble substance.

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What happens when you mix salt and water?

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When you mix salt and water, the salt dissolves in the water, creating a salt solution.

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What is the role of temperature in solubility?

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