Define Dilute solution

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A solution in which the amount of the solute is relatively small compared to the amount of solvent in a given mass of it is called a dilute solution.
Tap water is an example of a dilute solution as it contains very small quantities of dissolved minerals.
To dilute a solution which means to add more solvent without the addition of more solute.

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