If a mixture of water and alcohol contains alcohol in larger amount and water in smaller amount, then according to the general rule, which one will be the solvent?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Alcohol
For a solution made from two miscible liquids, the component present in the larger amount is generally designated as the solvent, while the smaller amount is treated as the solute. Here alcohol is present in greater amount and water is completely mixed in the smaller amount. Therefore alcohol is the solvent under the stated general rule, even though water is present.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Alcohol
Why is this the correct answer?
For a solution made from two miscible liquids, the component present in the larger amount is generally designated as the solvent, while the smaller amount is treated as the solute. Here alcohol is present in greater amount and water is completely mixed in the smaller amount. Therefore alcohol is the solvent under the stated general rule, even though water is present.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Chemistry question. Chapter: Chapter 01: Solutions.
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