Question

match the definition with the correct term:

1. the substance in which the solute dissolves.

a. solvent
b. solution
c. solute

1. a material composed of two or more elements or compounds physically mixed together but not chemically combined.

a. compound
b. mixture
c. element

1. attraction between molecules of different substances.

a. cohesion
b. adhesion
c. suspension

1. mixtures of water and nondissolved material.

a. solvent
b. solution
c. suspension

Explanation:

1. A solvent is the substance in which the solute dissolves.
2. A mixture is a material composed of two or more elements or compounds physically mixed together but not chemically combined.
3. Adhesion is the attraction between molecules of different substances.
4. A suspension is a mixture of water and nondissolved material.

Answer:

1. a. Solvent
2. b. Mixture
3. b. Adhesion
4. c. Suspension