Unit 4 Flashcards
1
Q
What is a solution?
A
A solution is a mixture composed of two or more substances
2
Q
What is a solute?
A
A solute is a substance dissolved in in another substance known as a solvent
3
Q
What is solubility?
A
The ability of one compound or element to dissolve into another
4
Q
What is miscible
A
When a liquid can completely dissolve in another liquid both liquids are miscible
5
Q
What does it mean if two substances never mix
A
Immiscible
6
Q
What’s an aqueous solution
A
When the solutions solvent is water
7
Q
What is water nick named
A
The universal solvent
8
Q
What is molarity measured in?
A
Miles per litre
9
Q
What is molarity a measure of
A
The concentration or strength of a solute in a solution
