Lesson 3: Properties of Solutions Flashcards
Also known as a homogeneous mixture characterized by a uniform composition
Solution
The component that is dissolved by the solvent
Solute
The component that dissolves the solute
Solvent
Types based on the presence of water in the solution
- Aqueous Solutions
- Non-aqueous Solutions
Contain water as the solvent
Aqueous Solutions
Do not contain water as the solvent
Non-aqueous Solutions
Types based on the amount of solute in the solution
- Unsaturated
- Saturated
- Supersaturated
Dissolved solute is below the saturation point
Unsaturated
Dissolved solute is at the saturation point
Saturated
The dissolved solute is above the saturation point, and additional solute gathers at the bottom
Supersaturated
Types based on the amount of solute in the solution
- Concentrated
- Diluted
More solute, less solvent
Concentrated
Less solute, more solvent
Diluted
Types based on the concentration of solution in two areas (in relation to tonicity)
- Hypotonic
- Isotonic
- Hypertonic
Inside is more concentrated than outside the cell
Hypotonic
Inside and outside the cell has equal concentration
Isotonic
Outside is more concentrated than inside the cell
Hypertonic
When converting standard measurements, you may use the mnemonic K H D M D C M which stands for:
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When both solute and solvent have the same properties throughout the mixture
Homogeneous solutions
When the solution assumes the phase of or state of the solvent
Aqueous solutions
Refers to the amount of solute in a given amount of solvent or solution
Concentration of solution