NS Term 2 Unit 5: Saturated solutions Flashcards
1
Q
What happens when substances dissolve?
A
When substances dissolve, solute particles become dispersed in the spaces between the solvent particles. When all the spaces are full, there is nowhere for the solute particles to go.
2
Q
What does saturated mean?
A
Saturated means when a solution has no more space for any more particles of the solute.
3
Q
Give an example of a natural saturated solution.
A
The Dead Sea