Chapter 12, Problem 12E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The terms ‘solution’, ‘solvent’, ‘solute’, ‘molarity’, ‘ppm’ and ‘$\text{mg}/\text{L}$’ are to be defined.

Concept Introduction:

The substance that is dissolved is known as a solute. The substance that the solute is dissolved in is called solvent. Solute and solvent together make a solution.

The concentration (molarity) of a solution is given by:

$M=\frac{n}{V}$

Here, $n$ is the number of moles and $V$ is the volume of the solution.