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Definition of Solution

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These are colored transition metal solutions.

These are colored transition metal solutions.

Ben Mills
Solution Definition: A solution is a homogeneous mixture of two or more substances. A solution may exist in any phase.

Solution Examples: An example of a solid solution is brass. An example of a liquid solution is aqueous hydrochloric acid (HCl in water). An example of a gaseous solution is air.

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