Unit 2 Flashcard 7.7D Blattenberger ACA

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What is a solvent?

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A substance that dissolves a solute, forming a solution.

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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 a solution?

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A homogeneous mixture of two or more substances.

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What happens when a solute dissolves in a solvent?

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The solute breaks down into smaller particles and becomes evenly distributed within the solvent.

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What is an example of a solvent?

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Water is a common solvent.

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What is an example of a solute?

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Sugar is a common solute when making lemonade.

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What is the difference between a reactant and a product?

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Reactants are substances that undergo a chemical change, while products are the substances formed as a result of that change.

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What is a mixture?

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A combination of two or more substances that retain their individual properties.

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What is an example of a mixture?

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A glass of lemonade, which contains water, sugar, and lemon juice.

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What does it mean for a substance to dissolve?

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To become incorporated into a liquid to form a solution.