molecular compound {Ans: a chemical compound whose simplest units are molecules}partial charge {Ans: unequal distribution of electrons caused by a polar covalent bond}dissolution {Ans: the breaking up or dissolving of something into parts; disintegration}ionic compound {Ans: A compound that consists of positive and negative ions}non-electrolyte {Ans: A substance that dissolves in water to give a solution that does not conduct an electric current}Electrolyte {Ans: An ionic compound whose aqueous solution conducts an electric current}Solute {Ans: A substance that is dissolved in a solution.}Variable {Ans: A factor that can change in an experiment}Conductivity {Ans: The ability of an object to transfer electricity to another object.}Solution {Ans: A homogeneous mixture of two or more substances}Particle Diagram {Ans: An illustration of the arrangement of atoms or molecules in a phase of matter.}Solvent {Ans: In a solution, the substance in which the solute dissolves.}