Chapter 9, Problem 89A

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The given word equation needs to be completed.

$\text{Solute+solvent}\to$

Concept introduction:

Chemical equation is the symbolic description of a chemical reaction that products and reactants are indicating in terms of their chemical formula.

Answer to Problem 89A

The complete word equation is as follows:

$\text{solute+solvent}\to \text{solution}$

Explanation of Solution

A solution is formed when solute is dissolved in solvent. It makes an aqueous solution if solvent is water. Substance which is dissolved in the liquid is called solute. Liquid which makes up the majority of the solution is called solvent.

Conclusion

A solution is formed when solute is dissolved in solvent.