Dissolving Solutes

What are the two main types of solutes?

• Metals and Nonmetals

• Gases and Liquids

• Electrolytes and Nonelectrolytes

• Acids and Bases

Can you give an example of a solid solute?

• Air

• Sugar

• Salt

• Water

Can you give an example of a liquid solute?

• Salt

• Sugar

• Sand

• Paper

What happens to solutes when they dissolve in a solvent?

• They turn into a gas and escape from the solvent

• They disappear completely

• They form a separate layer on top of the solvent

• They become evenly distributed throughout the solvent.

How does the temperature affect the rate of dissolving solutes?

• The rate of dissolving solutes decreases with higher temperature.

• The rate of dissolving solutes is not affected by temperature.

• The rate of dissolving solutes increases with higher temperature.

• The rate of dissolving solutes is faster at lower temperatures.

What is the process called when a solute dissolves in a solvent?

• evaporation

• condensation

• sublimation

• dissolution

What are the factors that affect the rate of dissolving solutes?

• Temperature, surface area, agitation, nature of the solvent and solute

• Distance from the equator

• Color of the solute

• Phase of the moon

Why is it important to understand the different types of solutes?

• To determine solubility and appropriate solvent

• To learn about the history of solutes

• To make the experiment more complicated

• To impress friends with scientific knowledge

Choose which one is a solute.

• Salt

• Oil

• Paper

• Paint

Type a well known solvent.