Solutions Flashcards
1
Q
What is a solution?
A
A mixture of solute and solvent that doesn’t separate out?
2
Q
What is a solute?
A
The substance being dissolved
3
Q
What is a solvent?
A
The liquid the solute is dissolving into
4
Q
What is the definition of a saturated solution?
A
A solution where the maximum amount of solute has been dissolved so no more solute will dissolved in the solution
5
Q
Give the definition of solubility
A
The ability for a substance to dissolve in a solvent
6
Q
What are the unites solubility is measured in?
A
grams of Solute per 100 grams of Solvent
7
Q
What is the name given to a graph of solubility vs temperature?
A
Solubility curve