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CHM 116 Study Guide: Properties of Solution Basics about solutions Solute = the substance that dissolves in a solvent

Solvent = the most abundant component - The physical state of solvent usually determines the physical state of solvent. Solubility (S) = the maximum amount that dissolves in a fixed quantity of a given solvent at a given temperature, where an excess of the solute is present. Miscibility = the property of liquids to mix in all proportions, forming a homogeneous solution. Like dissolves like = substance with similar types of intermolecular forces dissolve in each other.

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