solvents and solutions Flashcards
what happens if u keep adding solute to a solvent?
at one point the solute will stop dissolving and the solution will now be called saturated
what happens if u keep on adding solute?
it will just sink to the bottom
what happens if the temperature increases?
the particles in the solvent will have more energy and move faster
what also could happen when the temperature increases?
the solvent particles bump into each other and break the forces between them
what happens in higher temperatures?
more solute will dissolve in the solvent
are different solutes more soluble in some solvents than others?
YES
when your choosing a solvent is it more suitable if u choose a substance which can actually dissolve?
YES
why is water a very good solvent?
it dissolves lots of solute really quickly
why is it important humans should have water in their body?
the sodium chloride and other nutrients and minerals dissolve and can be carried easily around the body
what else can it do?
it can also carry away waste products. for example: carbon dioxide
true or false? alcohols can also dissolve in ethanol?
TRUE
what does this mean?
very useful solvents in industry
is propane also a good solvent to use?
YES
