Physical and Chemical Properties of Solutions

These flashcards cover the basic concepts and definitions related to the physical and chemical properties of solutions, relevant for the upcoming exam.

A homogenous molecular dispersion of solute dissolved in solvent is called a __.

SOLUTION

The alteration of the properties of pure solvent due to the number of solute species within a solution is known as __.

COLLIGATIVE PROPERTY

The degree to which a solute can dissociate in solution can influence its __.

COLLIGATIVE PROPERTY

In an ideal solution, the solvent/solvent, drug/drug and drug/solvent interactions are __.

EQUAL

The pressure required to prevent osmosis is referred to as __.

OSMOTIC PRESSURE

The process where a solute loses affinity for solvent and reverts to its solid form is called __.

PRECIPITATION

Buffers can resist changes in pH and are typically solutions of __ and their conjugate bases.

WEAK ACIDS

The formula used to calculate the pH of a buffer solution is known as the __ equation.

HENDERSON HASSELBACH

Discussing the effects on solution stability, __ can minimize taste problems in formulations.

ADSORPTION

An increase in solute concentration typically leads to an increase in the amount of __.

ADSORPTION