Question

19. Define Solute, Solvent and Solution.​

Answer 1

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

Answer 2

Solute: - It is the component of the solution which is added to the solvent.

Solvent: - It is the component of the solution to which the solute is added or it dissolves the solute.

Solution: - It is constituted by solute and solvent.

For e.g. solution of NaCl- has NaCl as solute and water as solvent.