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Define a) Solute. b) Solvent. c) Solution.


shafiya1137 3rd Nov, 2020
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shankhalikamallick 3rd Nov, 2020

Hi student!

When one substance dissolves into another, a solution is formed.  A solution is a homogeneous mixture consisting of a solute dissolved into a solvent .  The solute is the substance that is being dissolved, while the solvent is the dissolving medium.  Solutions can be formed with many different types and forms of solutes and solvents.

  • A solution is a homogeneous mixture of one or more solutes dissolved in a solvent.
  • solvent is the substance in which a solute dissolves to produce a homogeneous mixture
  • Solute is the substance that dissolves in a solvent to produce a homogeneous mixture

We know of many types of solutions. Check out a few examples in the Table below.

Types of Solutions

Type

Solvent

Solute

Example

gas/gas

nitrogen

oxygen

air

gas/liquid

water

carbon dioxide

soda pop

liquid/liquid

water

ethylene glycol

antifreeze

solid/liquid

water

salts

seawater

Hope this helps!

Thank you!

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