2.5 Study Guide Flashcards
1
Q
What is the definition of a solution
A
a substance dissolved into another substance-
solute-> solvent
2
Q
How do ionic substances dissolve differently that covalent substances
A
ionic break apart & covalent stick together
3
Q
What does it mean for a solution to be more or less concentrated
A
More water or solvent in the solution for less concentrated and less solvent in the solute for more concentrated.
4
Q
How is PH determined from the [H+]
A
by the power
5
Q
On what end of the PH scale is [H+]
A
acid
6
Q
PH scale goes in powers of ___
A
10
7
Q
PH of the cell interior must be kept at 7, if not what will happen
A
PH aaffects the shape of the molecules
8
Q
What is a buffer
A
a resevoir for [H+]