7.6DE: Solutions and Rate of Dissolution

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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 is the solute in a solution?

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The solute is the substance that is dissolved in a solution, such as sugar in water.

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What is the solvent in a solution?

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The solvent is the substance that dissolves the solute, typically present in a greater amount, such as water in a sugar solution.

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What does it mean to dilute a solution?

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To dilute a solution means to make it less concentrated by adding more solvent, usually water.

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What is a concentrated solution?

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A concentrated solution has a large amount of solute relative to the amount of solvent.

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What is a dilute solution?

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A dilute solution has a small amount of solute relative to the amount of solvent.

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What is the universal solvent?

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Water is known as the universal solvent because it can dissolve many substances.

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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 saltwater.

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What is a heterogeneous mixture?

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A heterogeneous mixture is a mixture that does not have a uniform composition, such as a salad.

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How can you make a solution more concentrated?

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You can make a solution more concentrated by adding more solute.