Introduction to Chemical Principles, 11e (Stoker)
Chapter 13 Solutions
13.1 Multiple Choice
1) In a solution, the solvent is ________.
A) the substance being dissolved
B) always a liquid
C) the substance present in the greatest amount
D) always water
2) In a solution, solutes ________.
A) must be liquids
B) can be liquids or gases
C) cannot be solids
D) can be solids, liquids or gases
3) A solution is always characterized by each of the following except one. The exception is
________.
A) homogeneity
B) variable composition
C) absence of settling
D) liquid state
4) In a mixture of 66 mL water, 75 mL ethyl alcohol, and 59 mL of acetone, the solvent is
________.
A) ethyl alcohol
B) water
C) acetone
D) acetone and ethyl alcohol