Reactions in Aqueous Solutions Flashcards
1
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Solute
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The substance that is dissolved in the solution.
2
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Solvent
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The substance in which another substance is dissolved, forming a solution.
3
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Solution
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A homogeneous mixture of solute and solvent.
4
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Dissociation
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The splitting of an ionic compound into its ions.
5
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Ionisation
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The reaction of a molecular substance with water to produce ions.
6
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Electrolyte
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A substance that can conduct electricity by forming free ions when molten or dissolved in solution.
