What is the component generally present in larger amount in a solution called?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Solvent
The solvent is generally the component present in the larger amount and provides the medium in which the solute dissolves. For example, in salt water, water is the solvent and salt is the solute. A precipitate is an insoluble solid formed during a reaction, while suspended particles are not uniformly dissolved. Hence solvent is correct.
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Solvent
Why is this the correct answer?
The solvent is generally the component present in the larger amount and provides the medium in which the solute dissolves. For example, in salt water, water is the solvent and salt is the solute. A precipitate is an insoluble solid formed during a reaction, while suspended particles are not uniformly dissolved. Hence solvent is correct.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Chemistry question. Chapter: Chapter 01: Solutions.
