How is a solute different from a solvent in a solution? a. The solute is present in a smaller amount. b. The solute is present in a greater amount. c. The solute is a solid and the solvent is a liquid. d. The solute is a liquid and the solvent is a gas.

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Lexi

9 February, 06:16

How is a solute different from a solvent in a solution? a. The solute is present in a smaller amount. b. The solute is present in a greater amount. c. The solute is a solid and the solvent is a liquid. d. The solute is a liquid and the solvent is a gas.

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Annabel · Answer 1

A is the answer. Because the other ones are false

Camden Stuart · Answer 2

a) is the correct option.

The component of the solution in lesser quantity us termed as the solute while that with greater quantity is termed as the solvent.

b is automatially wrong.

and c and d are false ... as the cases mentioned by them are just cases, not necessary.