General Definitions Flashcards
Solid
When there are strong forces of attraction between particles holding them close together in a fixed position to form a regular lattice arrangement
Liquid
Weak force of attraction between particles
Randomly arranged and free to move past each other but tend to stick closely together
Have a definite volume but not a definite shape
Gas
Force of attraction between particles is weak
Free to move and are far apart
Particles in gases travel in straight lines
Solution
A mixture of a solute and a solvent that does not separate out
Solute
Substance being dissolved
Solvent
Liquid solute is being dissolved into
Saturated solution
A solution where the maximum amount of solute has been dissolved so no more can be dissolved