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Introduction: Much of the chemistry that we do at home makes use of solutions. A solution is a homogeneous mixture composed of a (usually solid) solute, which has been dissolved in a liquid solvent. In a solution, the solute is usually the component present in lesser quantity, while the solvent is the component present in greater quantity. We often use solutions without paying much attention to the concentration. Yet, concentration is important to us as consumers and to the manufacturers who must sell a reliable product. (Can you think of three examples of the importance of concentration in