Solutions

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1. What are Colligative Properties?

1. Colligative properties depend only on the number of solute particles in a solution, not their nature.
2. The four main colligative properties are:
   • Relative lowering of vapor pressure
   • Boiling point elevation
   • Freezing point depression
   • Osmotic pressure

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1. What are Solutions?

1. A solution is a homogeneous mixture of two or more substances.
2. The substance in larger quantity is called the solvent, and the one in smaller quantity is called the solute.
3. Solutions can exist in all three states: solid, liquid, and gas.

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