Science STAAR Review 2023

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What is solubility?

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Solubility is the ability of a substance to dissolve in a solvent, such as water.

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Which substance is NOT soluble in water?

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Oil is NOT soluble in water.

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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 solute?

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A solute is a substance that is dissolved in a solvent.

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What happens when salt is added to water?

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Salt dissolves in water, forming a saline solution.

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What is an example of a soluble substance?

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Sugar is an example of a soluble substance.

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What is an example of an insoluble substance?

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Sand is an example of an insoluble substance.

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What is a mixture?

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A mixture is a combination of two or more substances that are not chemically bonded.

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What is a solution?

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A solution is a homogeneous mixture where one substance is dissolved in another.

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What is the difference between a mixture and a compound?

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A mixture is a physical combination of substances, while a compound is a chemical combination of elements.