Question

Identify solutes and solvents in the solution of salt in water. Mention the physical state of solute and solvents.

Answer 1

1. In the solution of salt in water, the solute is a teaspoon of salt and the solvent is water.
2. A solute is a substance that can be dissolved into a solution by a solvent. It may be in the form of a solid, liquid, or gas. In the saltwater solution, salt is in a solid state.
3. The part of a solution that is present in the greatest amount is called a solvent. In the saltwater solution, water is in a liquid state.