Solution Chemistry Example 1
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Example 1
easyDefine a solution and identify its two main components. Explain what makes a solution different from other types of mixtures.
Solution
- 1 A solution is a homogeneous mixture where one substance (the solute) is uniformly dissolved in another (the solvent).
- 2 The solute is the substance present in smaller amount; the solvent is present in larger amount and does the dissolving.
- 3 Unlike suspensions or colloids, solutions are transparent (do not scatter light), do not settle over time, and cannot be separated by filtration.
Answer
Solutions are the most common type of homogeneous mixture. They can exist in all states: solid solutions (alloys like brass), liquid solutions (salt water), and gaseous solutions (air).
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A homogeneous mixture formed when one or more solutes are completely dissolved in a solvent at the molecular level, resulting in a uniform composition throughout.
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