Chapter 1 : Physical and Chemical changes & co. Flashcards
What is the definition of a physical change?
A physical change is a change of state.There is no new material formed.
What is the definition of a chemical change
A chemical change is when a new substance is formed from 2 or more substances. This causes a chemical change. It is not easily reversed.
What is the definition of a solvent?
A solvent is the liquid in which the solute dissolves in.
What is the definition of a solute?
A solute is the solid which dissolves in a solvent.
What is the definition of a solution ?
A mixture of a solute dissolved in a solvent (has to be transparent)
What is the definition of a soluble?
When a substance can be dissolved in a solvent.
What is the definition of solubility?
A measure of how much solute dissolves in a solvent.
What is the definition of insoluble?
A substance that does not dissolve in a certain solvent.