Chemistry: Solutions and Mixtures
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What is a solution?

  • A combination of two or more substances that are not mixed
  • A mixture of two or more substances that are not evenly distributed
  • A single pure substance
  • A mixture of two or more substances that are evenly distributed (correct)
  • Which of the following statements about solutes and solvents is correct?

  • The solute is always present in a greater amount than the solvent
  • There must be equal amounts of solute and solvent
  • There can be multiple solvents but only one solute
  • There can be multiple solutes but only one solvent (correct)
  • What is the effect of increasing temperature on the solubility of a solid solute in a liquid solvent?

  • The solubility remains the same
  • The solubility increases (correct)
  • The solubility decreases
  • The effect depends on the specific solute and solvent
  • How does increasing pressure affect the solubility of gases in water?

    <p>It increases the solubility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum amount of solute that can dissolve in a given amount of solvent called?

    <p>Solubility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following factors can affect the solubility of a solute?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does carbon dioxide gas remain dissolved in a closed beverage bottle?

    <p>The high pressure inside the bottle prevents the gas from escaping.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when a carbonated beverage bottle is opened?

    <p>The gas solubility decreases, causing the carbon dioxide gas to bubble off the liquid.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can the rate of dissolution of a solid solute be increased?

    <p>By increasing the surface area of the solute exposed to the solvent.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does powdered coffee dissolve faster than granulated coffee, even without stirring?

    <p>Powdered coffee has a larger surface area exposed to the solvent.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does stirring a mixture affect the rate of dissolution of a solute?

    <p>Stirring brings fresh solvent into contact with the solute, increasing the rate of dissolution.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between the surface area of a solute and its rate of dissolution?

    <p>Larger surface area leads to faster dissolution.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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