A Solution Is Made by Mixing 25 Grams of Ethanol

question 21

Multiple Choice

A solution is made by mixing 25 grams of ethanol witH₅ grams of isopropanol. Which of the two is considered the solvent and why?

• A) Ethanol is the solvent because it is in the greater amount.
• B) Ethanol is the solvent because it is in the lesser amount.
• C) Isopropanol is the solvent because it is in the greater amount.
• D) Isopropanol is the solvent because it is in the lesser amount.
• E) Both are solvents because they are both liquids at ambient conditions.

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