a solution consists of a solute which can be in any phase and a solvent in solid phase
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Answer:That statement is incorrect. A solution is a homogeneous mixture, meaning the components are evenly distributed throughout. While the solute can be in any phase (solid, liquid, or gas), the solvent is typically the component present in the largest amount and determines the phase of the solution. Here's a breakdown:Solute: The substance being dissolved (smaller amount). It can be solid, liquid, or gas.Solvent: The substance doing the dissolving (larger amount). It determines the phase of the solution. Examples:Saltwater: Salt (solute, solid) dissolves in water (solvent, liquid). The solution is liquid.Air: Oxygen (solute, gas) dissolves in nitrogen (solvent, gas). The solution is gas.Alloy: Copper (solute, solid) dissolves in gold (solvent, solid). The solution is solid. Solid as a Solvent:While it's less common, a solid can act as a solvent, but it's usually in a specific context. For example, metal alloys are considered solutions where one metal dissolves in another. Key Point:The solvent determines the phase of the solution.
