Physical Properties of Solutions discusses the key concepts of solutions including:
- A solution is a homogeneous mixture of two or more substances, with the solute present in smaller amounts than the solvent.
- Solubility is affected by temperature, with most solutes becoming more soluble at higher temperatures.
- Colligative properties depend only on the number of solute particles and include vapor pressure lowering, boiling point elevation, freezing point depression, and osmotic pressure.
- For electrolyte solutions, the van't Hoff factor accounts for particle dissociation, affecting colligative properties.