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Kind of a vague question, but perhaps you mean what are solutes? A solute is a substance, often a solid, which dissolves in a solvent, often a liquid. This leads to a discussion about polar and non-polar solutes and solvents. Generally speaking, polar solutes dissolve in polar solvents and non-polar solutes dissolve in non-polar solvents. This is the chemical principle of "like dissolves like." Polarity is determined by unshared electrons causing partial charge differences across a molecule.

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Can solids dissolve?

Of course! However, note that solids will dissolve in liquid.


Do all solids dissolve in different liquids?

No, not all solids dissolve in all liquids. The ability of a solid to dissolve in a liquid depends on various factors such as the nature of the solid and the liquid, as well as their molecular structures. Some solids may dissolve in one liquid but not in another.


What happens when liquid are mixed with solids?

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What do you call a liquid that makes some solids dissolve?

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What is the name of a liquid that solids can dissolve into?

A solvent is a liquid that can dissolve solids, gases, or liquids to form a homogeneous mixture. Water is a common solvent used for dissolving various substances.


Do all solids dissolve in liquid why?

No, not all solids dissolve in liquids. Whether a solid dissolves in a liquid depends on factors such as the nature of the solid and the liquid, the solubility of the solid in the liquid, and the temperature and pressure conditions. Solids that are insoluble do not dissolve in liquids because their intermolecular forces are too strong to be overcome by the solvent.


What type of solid does not dissolves in a liquid?

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Do all solid and liquid dissolve in each other?

No, solids and liquids do not always dissolve in each other. The ability of two substances to dissolve in each other depends on their chemical compatibility and similar molecular structures..solids dissolve in liquids when the intermolecular forces between the solid and the liquid molecules are similar.


Why do solids dissolve faster in acid?

Not all solids dissolve faster in acids.


What is a liquid called that cannot dissolve any more solids?

A liquid that cannot dissolve any more solids is said to be saturated. This means that the maximum amount of solute has already been dissolved in the solvent at a certain temperature and pressure. Any additional solute added will not dissolve and will remain as a precipitate.


Why wont solids dissolve in cold water?

As A Matter Of Fact, They DO Melt. The Liquid Just Has To Be About A Degree Or Two Warmer To Melt It.


Can two solids make up a solution?

No, a solution is a homogeneous mixture of two or more substances, usually a liquid (solvent) and a solid, liquid, or gas (solute). Solids cannot make up a solution as they do not dissolve into each other.