7.6D Aqueous Solutions

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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. For example, salt (NaCl) is a solute when dissolved 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. Water is often referred to as the universal solvent.

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What is a solution?

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A solution is a homogeneous mixture composed of two or more substances, where one substance (the solute) is dissolved in another (the solvent).

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What happens when you add more solute to a solution?

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Adding more solute to a solution increases its concentration, making it more concentrated.

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What is dilution?

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Dilution is the process of reducing the concentration of a solute in a solution, usually by adding more solvent.

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What is the difference between a solute and a solvent?

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A solute is the substance that is dissolved, while a solvent is the substance that does the dissolving.

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What is an example of a solute in a saltwater solution?

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In a saltwater solution, the solute is salt (NaCl).

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What is an example of a solvent in a saltwater solution?

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In a saltwater solution, the solvent is water.

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What is a homogeneous mixture?

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A homogeneous mixture is a mixture that has a uniform composition throughout, such as a solution.

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What is a heterogeneous mixture?

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A heterogeneous mixture is a mixture where the components are not uniformly distributed, such as a salad.