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A [[solvent]] is the [[liquid]] used to make a [[solution]]. | A [[solvent]] is the [[liquid]] used to make a [[solution]]. |
Latest revision as of 12:54, 23 February 2022
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Key Stage 3
Meaning
A solvent is the liquid used to make a solution.
About Solvents
- The most common solvent used is water. Many different solids can dissolve in water.
- Alcohol is also a good solvent and many solids which do not dissolve in water will dissolve in alcohol which is why alcohol is often used in cleaning products.
- Some solvents are dangerous to humans and are sometimes used as drugs. These include the solvents used in some paints.
References
AQA
- Solvent, pages 112-3, GCSE Chemistry; Student Book, Collins, AQA
- Solvents, pages 11, 162, GCSE Chemistry; Third Edition, Oxford University Press, AQA
Edexcel
- Solvents, page 24, GCSE Biology, Pearson, Edexcel
- Solvents, pages 6, 74, GCSE Chemistry, Pearson, Edexcel