Solutions in Everyday Life Quiz

What is a solution?

• A mixture of two or more substances with different properties

• A homogeneous mixture of two or more substances with the same uniform composition and properties throughout

• A mixture of two or more substances where the particles are evenly distributed but have different properties

• A mixture of two or more substances where the particles are unevenly distributed

Which of the following is NOT an example of a solution?

• Saltwater

• Air

• Milk

• Sugar water

What is the solvent in a solution?

• The substance being dissolved

• The substance in which the solute is dissolved

• The substance present in the largest amount

• The substance present in smaller amounts

Which type of solution is formed when a solute is dissolved in water?

• Aqueous solution

• Gaseous solution

• Solid solution

• Colloidal solution

What is the main component of air?

• Nitrogen

• Oxygen

• Carbon dioxide

• Water vapor

Which property of a solution is affected by the concentration of the solute?

• Boiling point

• Freezing point

• Conductivity

• pH

What is the purpose of adding more solvent when making a solution?

• To increase the concentration of the solute

• To decrease the concentration of the solute

• To dissolve the solute completely

• To adjust the pH of the solution

Which of the following is an example of a solid solution?

• Saltwater

• Air

• Steel

• Vinegar

What is the effect of temperature on the solubility of most solids?

• Solubility increases with temperature

• Solubility decreases with temperature

• Solubility remains constant with temperature

• Solubility is not affected by temperature

Why is understanding the concentration of solutions important?

• To determine the boiling point of the solution

• To adjust the pH of the solution

• To ensure safe handling and use of solutions

• To increase the solubility of the solute