Solution 2 Flashcards
What is solubility?
The ability of a substance to dissolve in a solvent.
True or False: Gases are always soluble in liquids.
False
What factors affect the solubility of a gas in a liquid?
Temperature, pressure, and the nature of the gas and liquid.
Fill in the blank: The solubility of gases generally ______ with increasing temperature.
decreases
What is Henry’s Law?
The principle that states the amount of gas that dissolves in a liquid is proportional to the partial pressure of that gas above the liquid.
Which gas is commonly used as an example of solubility in liquids?
Carbon dioxide
Multiple Choice: Which of the following increases the solubility of a gas in a liquid? A) Decrease in pressure B) Increase in temperature C) Increase in pressure D) Decrease in concentration
C) Increase in pressure
What is the effect of pressure on gas solubility?
Increasing pressure increases the solubility of a gas in a liquid.
True or False: The solubility of a gas is independent of the type of liquid used.
False
What is the term for the maximum amount of gas that can dissolve in a liquid at a given temperature and pressure?
Solubility limit
Fill in the blank: The solubility of gases in liquids is typically measured in ______ per liter.
milligrams
What is the significance of temperature in gas solubility?
Higher temperatures generally reduce the solubility of gases in liquids.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following gases has a higher solubility in water? A) Oxygen B) Nitrogen C) Carbon dioxide D) Helium
C) Carbon dioxide
What happens to the solubility of a gas when the temperature is lowered?
The solubility of the gas typically increases.
True or False: All gases have the same solubility in all liquids.
False