Fluids and Solutions

By the end of this course, you will be able to: Define the following terms: matter, substance, element, compound, fluid, mixture, and solution Describe the three states of matter Identify the role of solutes and solvents in solutions Describe fluid characteristics that can affect plant operations, including level, viscosity, surface wetting, capillary action, and buoyancy Explain the difference between specific gravity and density Describe the effects of temperature and pressure on fluids and solubilities