Dissolve Definition
Dissolve means how substances mix to form a solution. For example, salt dissolves in water, becoming evenly dispersed.
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Properties of Matter
Fun Facts
- Styrofoam cannot be dissolved by water.
- Glue can be dissolved in water.
- Slime does not dissolve in water.
Why Do We Need To Know About Dissolve
Learning about how things dissolve helps us figure out why some materials mix well and why we use certain materials for makeup or health products. For example, knowing why acetone can get rid of nail polish but doesn’t dissolve salt explains why it’s picked for nail polish remover.
This idea isn’t just for simple stuff; it’s also important in big fields like aerospace engineering. Engineers need to know how materials will behave, including if they’ll dissolve, when designing things like rockets. This shows how knowing about dissolving is key in many science and engineering jobs.
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In this lesson, we learn that:
- Matter is a substance that has weight and takes up space.
- Matter can be identified through its properties like magnetism, density and solubility.
- Knowing the properties of matter can help you pick the right material for the job.
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