Exploring Matter and Solutions Flashcard

Front

What is the chemical formula for carbon dioxide?

Back

CO₂

Front

How many oxygen atoms are in the chemical formula CO₂?

Back

2

Front

What is the solute in a saltwater solution?

Back

Salt

Front

How many atoms of Sodium (Na) are in 6NaCl?

Back

6

Front

What is the chemical formula for glucose?

Back

C₆H₁₂O₆

Front

How many atoms of carbon (C) are in C₆H₁₂O₆?

Back

6

Front

What is a solution?

Back

A homogeneous mixture of two or more substances.

Front

What is the solvent in a saltwater solution?

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Water

Front

What effect does agitation have on the rate of dissolution of a solid solute?

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Agitation increases the rate of dissolution by increasing the contact between solute and solvent.

Front

Define solute.

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A solute is a substance that is dissolved in a solvent to form a solution.