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Solution, Solute, and Solvents
• SOLUTION: A homogeneous mixture
(All components are evenly distributed) physically
• SOLUTE: The substance that is dissolving
• SOLVENT: The liquid that the solute dissolves in
AQUEOUS SOLUTION: Solution with water as the solvent NaCl (aq) is an aqueous solution. Let’s see
how this solution is broken down. NaCl + H20 = NaCl (aq)
Solute Solvent Aqueous Solution
There are many Regents questions about solutions and homogenous mixtures.
Soldiers in uniforms must salute the king. Solutions are homogeneous mixtures, which are uniform.
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