Concentration in Chemistry

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In chemistry, what is concentration?

Concentration in chemistry is the abundance of a constituent divided by the total volume of a mixture.

Name the different types of mathematical descriptions for concentration.

The different types of mathematical descriptions for concentration are mass concentration, molar concentration, number concentration, and volume concentration.

What does the term 'dilution' mean in chemistry?

Dilution in chemistry refers to the reduction of concentration, typically by adding a solvent to a solution.

What does the verb 'to concentrate' mean?

<p>In chemistry, 'to concentrate' means to increase concentration, which is the opposite of dilute.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the etymology of the word 'concentration'?

<p>The word 'concentration' is derived from the Latin word 'concentratio', which means the action or act of coming together at a single place or bringing to a common center.</p> Signup and view all the answers