1.4: Know What is Meant by the Terms: Solvent, Solute, Solution, Saturated Solution

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TERM	DEFINITION
SOLVENT	Substance that dissolves a solute E.g, In salt and water solution, water is the solvent
SOLUTE	Substance that dissolves in a solvent E.g, In salt and water solution, salt is the solute
SOLUTION	Mixture formed by a solvent and solute
SATURATED SOLUTION	Solution where no more solute can dissolve (any more solute that is added will settle to the bottom)