Solutions Concepts
8 concepts · Grades 6-8, 9-12 · 6 prerequisite connections
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All Solutions Concepts
Concentration
The quantity of solute dissolved per unit volume of solution, most commonly expressed as molarity ($M$) in units of moles per liter (mol/L). Concentration quantifies how much solute is present relative to the total solution volume.
Solution
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 that cannot be separated by filtration.
Solubility
The maximum amount of a solute that can dissolve in a given quantity of solvent at a specific temperature and pressure, typically expressed as grams of solute per 100 mL of solvent. Beyond this limit, additional solute remains undissolved.
Dilution
The process of adding more solvent to a solution in order to lower its concentration.
Titration
A laboratory technique used to determine the concentration of a solution by reacting it with a solution of known concentration.
Solute
The substance that is dissolved in a solution, typically present in a smaller amount.
Solvent
The substance that does the dissolving in a solution, typically present in the larger amount.
Electrolyte
A substance that dissociates into ions in solution, allowing the solution to conduct electricity.