solutes, solvents and solutions Flashcards
1
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definition of a solute
A
a solid which dissolves in a solvent
2
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definition of solution
A
a mixture of a solute and a solvent
3
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definition of a saturated solution
A
a solution in which no more solute can dissolve
4
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definition of solubility
A
the mass of solute needed to dissolve in 100g of a solvent in order to form a saturated solution