Types and Concentration of Solutions

The different kinds of solutions, and the standard ways of expressing how concentrated one is.

Types of Solutions

A solution is a homogeneous mixture of two or more substances. Depending on the physical state of solute and solvent, solutions can be solid, liquid, or gaseous.

Expressing Concentration

MethodDefinition
Mass PercentageMass of solute per 100 g of solution
Molarity (M)Moles of solute per litre of solution
Molality (m)Moles of solute per kg of solvent
Mole FractionMoles of a component divided by total moles
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