ChemistryChapter 17: Separation Techniques
Solute and Solvent
The solute is what dissolves.
Learning objectives
- Define and explain solute and solvent.
- Apply solute and solvent to a focused FBISE question.
- Check the answer for correct terms, evidence, working, and units.
Definition
The solute is what dissolves. The solvent is the liquid present in larger amount. Sugar in tea: sugar is the solute, water is the solvent. If you add so much sugar that no more disappears at that T, the solution is saturated.
Important terms
- Solute And Solvent
- The solute is what dissolves. The solvent is the liquid present in larger amount. Sugar in tea: sugar is the solute, water is the solvent. If you add so much sugar that no more disappears at that T, the solution is saturated.
Overview
Learn the idea, then use it:
Core Understanding
The solute is what dissolves. The solvent is the liquid present in larger amount. Sugar in tea: sugar is the solute, water is the solvent. If you add so much sugar that no more disappears at that T, the solution is saturated.
Examples solute · solvent · saturated · SOLUTE AND SOLVENT: The solute is what dissolves. The solvent is the liquid present in larger amount. Sugar in tea: sugar is the solute, wat
Exam Application
State the correct term, connect it to the chapter rule or evidence, and use a clear example or calculation.
Examples Define first · Show the rule or evidence · Check units, labels, and conclusion
WHAT — SOLUTE AND SOLVENT
The solute is what dissolves. The solvent is the liquid present in larger amount. Sugar in tea: sugar is the solute, water is the solvent. If you add so much sugar that no more disappears at that T, the solution is saturated.
HOW — Use the idea
Identify what is given, select this topic's rule or evidence, apply it one step at a time, and check the result.
In simple words
Do not merge solute and solvent with a neighbouring idea that uses a different definition, rule, or method.
Key points
- solute
- solvent
- saturated
Exam preparation
Exam Focus
Quick revision
Revision Zone
Review the key facts, formulas and checks before you move on.Solute and Solvent
Sticky Notes · Quick Revision
Core Idea
- The solute is what dissolves.
Key Points
- solute
- solvent
- saturated
Simple Check
- Explain solute and solvent in your own words and connect it to one chapter example.
How to Answer
- Define the idea, show the main rule or evidence, apply it, and check the final statement.
Common Mistake
- Do not merge solute and solvent with a neighbouring idea that uses a different definition, rule, or method.
FBISE Exam Tip
- Use the exact term, show working where needed, and include units or labelled evidence.
60-second revision
- The solute is what dissolves.
- solute
- solvent
- saturated
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