Question

Can a solution be heterogeneous?

Answer 1

No, a true solution can not be heterogeneous. The solution is a homogenous mixture in which only one phase is present and the size of a solute particle should be less than, $1\mathrm{nm}$.

The solution has two components one is solute(that dissolves) and another is a solvent(one which dissolves).

Properties of solution: The properties of solutions are as follows:

• The solution is a homogenous mixture.
• The particle size of constituent particles should be less than $1\mathrm{nm}$
• The path of light is not visible because the light is not scattered by the constituent particles.
• Solute particles are inseparable from the solution that does not sediment. A solution is stable.
• The component of the solution can not be separated by filtration.