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UPCAT Science practice question 26: In a solution of salt dissolved in water, water is the

Correct answer

C. solvent

The solvent is the dissolving medium, present in the greater amount. The salt being dissolved is the solute.

In a solution of salt dissolved in water, water is the

  1. solute
  2. precipitate
  3. solventCorrect
  4. suspension

Why C is correct

The solvent is the dissolving medium, present in the greater amount. The salt being dissolved is the solute.

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