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Question
Differentiate between the following:
Solute and solvent – forming a solution.
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Solution
Solute:
(a) It is the substance which is dissolved to form a solution
(b) It is small in quantity.
Solvent:
(a) It is medium in which solute is dissolved
(b) It is large in quantity.
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