Concentration

Abstract

Purpose:
Mixtures contain two or more substances and are more common than pure substances. Being able to describe the properties and composition of solutions and how to make them is an essential skill in the chemistry laboratory and in industry. Molarity is one of the most commonly used units of concentration in chemistry applications.

Content Learning Objectives:
• Students will be able to describe the fundamental properties of solutions.
• Students will be able to calculate solution concentrations using molarity.
• Students will be able to perform dilution calculations using the dilution equation.

Process Skill Goal:
• Students will develop information processing skills in identifying and comparing solutions and solution components, converting units, and calculating amounts and concentrations.

Materials Needed: Periodic table

Level: High School, Undergraduate
Setting: Classroom
Activity Type: Learning Cycle
Discipline: Chemistry
Course: Introductory Chemistry,
Keywords: solution, solvent, solute, dissolution, molarity, dilution