Chapter 8 Flashcards
Solute
A substance whose particles are dissolved in a solution.
Solvent
A substance in which a solute dissolves.
Dissociation
The separation of ions in an ionic compound as the compound dissolves.
Dispersion
The process of dissolving by breaking into smaller pieces.
Ionization
The process by which neutral molecules gain or lose electrons.
Solubility
The maximum amount of solute that normally dissolves in a given amount of solvent at a certain temperature.
Saturated Solution
A solution that contains as much solute as the solvent can normally hold at a given temperature.
Unsaturated Solution
A solution in which more solute can be dissolved at a given temperature.
Supersaturated Solution
A solution that contains more solute than the solvent can normally hold at a given temperature.
Concentration
The amount of solute dissolved in a certain amount of solvent.
Acid
A compound that produces hydronium ions when dissolved in water.
Indicator
A substance that changes color in the presence of an acid or a base.
Base
A compound that produces hydroxide ions when dissolved in water.
Neutralization
A chemical reaction between an acid and a base.
Salt
An ionic compound formed when an acid reacts with a base.
