Question

match the description with the terms.
a. maximum amount of a substance that can be dissolved in a given volume of solvent.
b. a substance that is dissolved in liquid.
c. a liquid that helps dissolve a solute.

1. solute.
2. solvent.
3. solubility.

Explanation:

• For part a: The description is about the maximum amount of a substance that can be dissolved, which is the definition of solubility. So a matches with 3. Solubility.
• For part b: A substance dissolved in a liquid is called a solute. So b matches with 1. Solute.
• For part c: A liquid that dissolves a solute is a solvent. So c matches with 2. Solvent.

Answer:

a. 3. Solubility
b. 1. Solute
c. 2. Solvent