Solutions (Edexcel IGCSE Chemistry)
Exam board Pearson Edexcel · IGCSEUpdated 2024-08-21
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Solutions Terminology
Spec point — know what is meant by the terms: • solvent • solute • solution • saturated solution.
Solutions terminology
- You need to know all the following terms used when describing solutions:
| Term | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Solvent | The liquid in which a solute dissolves | The water in sea water |
| Solute | The substance which dissolves in a liquid to form a solution | The salt in sea water |
| Solution | The mixture formed when a solute is dissolved in a solvent | Sea water |
| Saturated solution | A solution with the maximum concentration of solute dissolved in the solvent | Sea water in the Dead Sea |
| Soluble | Describes a substance that will dissolve | Salt is soluble in water |
| Insoluble | Describes a substance that will not dissolve | Sand is insoluble in water |
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