Seperation Techniques Flashcards
What is a solute?
The solid or gas that dissolves in a liquid
What is a solvent?
The liquid a solute dissolves in
What is a pure substance?
A substance with no other substances mixed with it
What is an impure substance?
A substance with other substances mixed with it
What is a solution?
A mixture of a liquid with a solid or a gas
What does dissolve mean?
The mixing of the solute with a solvent to make a solution
What is a saturated solution?
A solution that can dissolve no more solute
What is solubility?
How much mass of the substance can dissolve in 100g of water
What is residue?
The solid that collects in filter paper
What is filtrate?
The liquid or solution that passes through the filter paper and collects in the container
Does temperature affect solubility?
Yes
What is a substance that can’t be dissolved?
Insoluble
