10 Questions
What is chemistry?
Chemistry is the scientific study of the properties and behavior of matter.
What does chemistry cover?
Chemistry covers the elements that make up matter, as well as the compounds made of atoms, molecules, and ions.
What does chemistry explain?
Chemistry explains aspects of plant growth, the formation of rocks, the formation of atmospheric ozone, the degradation of environmental pollutants, the properties of moon soil, how medications work, and how to collect DNA.
Where does chemistry occupy a position?
Chemistry occupies an intermediate position between physics and biology.
Why is chemistry called the central science?
Chemistry provides a foundation for understanding both basic and applied scientific disciplines at a fundamental level.
What is a solution?
A solution is a homogeneous mixture composed of a solvent and one or more solutes.
What is a solute?
A solute is the minor component(s) in a solution, which is dissolved in the solvent.
What is a solvent?
A solvent is the major component of a solution, which dissolves the solute(s).
How are solutions different from mixtures and colloids?
Solutions are a type of mixture, but they are homogeneous, meaning that the components are evenly distributed. Colloids are also mixtures, but they have larger particles that do not settle out.
What are the three types of solutions based on concentration?
The three types of solutions based on concentration are unsaturated, saturated, and supersaturated.
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