Episode 31: Solutions and Mixtures

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Episode 31: Solutions and Mixtures

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Apr 1, 2012

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An analysis of liquids and their behaviour when mixed with other substances, incorporating a look at solutions, mixtures, colloids and suspensions. Special emphasis is placed on solutions, with a more detailed discussion of solubility, saturation, molarity and bubble formation.

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Apr 1, 2012

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