Properties of
Solutions
Prof Maya Makatini
Office C203
Humphrey Raikes
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• Solutions are
homogeneous
mixtures of two or
more pure substances.
• In a solution, the
solute is dispersed
uniformly throughout
the solvent.
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The solute is(are) the substance(s) present in the
smaller amount(s)
The solvent is the substance present in the larger
amount
Soft drink (l) H2O Sugar, CO2
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Solvent
solute