Multiple Choice
In the context of solutions, what is the term for the substance that is dissolved in a solution?
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6. Chemical Quantities & Aqueous Reactions
Solutions
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Which of the following best describes a solution in chemistry?
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A homogeneous mixture in which a solute is uniformly dispersed in a solvent
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A pure substance composed of only one type of molecule
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A chemical compound formed only by covalent bonds between two elements
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A heterogeneous mixture that contains visible, separate phases
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Understand the definition of a solution in chemistry: it is a type of mixture where one substance (the solute) is dissolved uniformly throughout another substance (the solvent).
Recall that a solution is homogeneous, meaning its composition is consistent throughout and you cannot distinguish different parts by sight.
Recognize that a pure substance composed of only one type of molecule is not a mixture, so it cannot be a solution.
Note that a chemical compound formed only by covalent bonds is a specific type of molecule, not a mixture, so it does not describe a solution.
Identify that a heterogeneous mixture contains visibly different phases or parts, which contrasts with the uniformity of a solution.
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