Colligative Properties

A colligative property is a property of a solution that is dependent on the ratio between the total number of solute particles (in the solution) to the total number of solvent particles. Colligative properties are not dependent on the chemical nature of the solution’s components. Thus, colligative properties can be linked to several quantities that… Continue reading Colligative Properties

Ideal and Non-Ideal Solution

What is an Ideal Solution? An ideal solution is a mixture in which the molecules of different species are distinguishable, however, unlike the ideal gas, the molecules in ideal solution exert forces on one another. When those forces are the same for all molecules independent of species then a solution is said to be ideal.… Continue reading Ideal and Non-Ideal Solution

What is Solubility?

The maximum amount of solute that can dissolve in a known quantity of solvent at a certain temperature is its solubility. A solution is a homogeneous mixture of one or more solutes in a solvent. Sugar cubes added to a cup of tea or coffee are a common example of a solution. The property which… Continue reading What is Solubility?