Solute and Solvent


 
 
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Solute and Solvent

Solute: The substance which is dissolved in a solvent to produce a solution is called a solute. The solute particles in a solution are called dispersed particles.

Solvents: The liquid in which a substance is dissolved is called a solvent. A solvent is thus a dissolving agent. In a solution, the solvent is called the medium of dispersion.

Examples: Salt, glucose, lemon juice and sugar, which dissolve in water to form solutions, are called solutes, whereas water is called the solvent. Usually, the substance present in lesser amount in a solution is called the solute, and that present in greater amount is called the solvent.

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Question : 1

Which of the following are correct :

(a) The substance which is dissolved in a solvent to produce a solution is called a solute.

(b) The solute particles in a solution are called dispersed particles.

(c) The liquid in which a substance is dissolved is called a solvent.

Right Option : D
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Question : 2

Which of the following are correct :

(a) The substance present in greater amount in a solution is called solvent.

(b) The substance present in greater amount in a solution is called solute.

Right Option : A
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Question : 3

A drop of water contains ___________________________

Right Option : C
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