Simple dilution is the process of reducing the concentration of a solution by adding more solvent. For example, if you have a glass of orange juice and you add water, the juice becomes less concentrated, making it taste milder. This method is commonly used in laboratories and cooking to achieve desired concentrations. In a simple dilution, the amount of solute (the substance being dissolved) remains the same, while the total volume of the solution increases. The formula for calculating dilution is C1V1 = C2V2, where C1 and C2 are the initial and final concentrations, and V1 and V2 are the initial and final volumes.