Ch4 Vocab Flashcards
Aqueous solution
Solution in water
Polar molecule
Molecule with a bent shape that draws more electrons to one side
Hydration
Break down of solid ionics when ions break into parts with water
Solubility
The ability to dissolve in water
Solute
The substance that is dissolving the solution
Solvent
What is being dissolved
Electrical conductivity
The ability the conduct electricity
Strong electrolyte
Something that conducts electricity very effectively
Weak electrolyte
Something that conducts electricity weakly
Nonelectrolyte
A substance that does not conduct electricity
Acid
A donor of electrons that breaks up into H+ ions in water
Strong acid
Dissolves completely into it’s parts
Strong base
Dissolves completely into it’s parts donates OH
Weak acid
Dissolves little or partly into it’s parts
Weak base
Dissolves partly into it’s parts