Question

Define the term solution​

Answer 1

Answer:

liquid mixture in which the minor component (the solute) is uniformly distributed within the major component (the solvent).

"a solution of ammonia in water"

Answer 2

Answer:

solutions are homogeneous mixtures of two or more than two components.

There are three types of solutions.

(i) Gaseous solution:

The solvent is a gas and solute may be liquid, solid or gas.

Example: A mixture of oxygen and nitrogen gases.

(ii) Liquid solution:

The solvent is a liquid and the solute may be gas, liquid or solid.

Example: A solution of ethanol in water.

(iii) Solid solution:

The solvent is solid. The solute may be gas, liquid or solid.

Example: A solution of copper in the gold.