Nature of Solutions

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What is a nonelectrolyte?

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A substance that dissolves in water and does not conduct electric current.

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Define a homogeneous mixture of two or more substances in a single phase.

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Solution

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What is a supersaturated solution?

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A solution that contains more solute than a saturated solution.

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What does it mean to be 'soluble'?

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Capable of being dissolved.

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What is the dissolving medium in a solution called?

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Solvent.

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What is a solute?

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The substance that is dissolved in a solution.

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What is the difference between a saturated and unsaturated solution?

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A saturated solution contains the maximum amount of dissolved solute, while an unsaturated solution contains less solute than it can hold.

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What is the role of temperature in solubility?

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

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What is a colloid?

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A mixture where tiny particles are dispersed throughout a medium but do not settle out.

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What is the difference between a solution and a suspension?

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A solution is a homogeneous mixture, while a suspension contains larger particles that can settle out.