Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Chemistry

Chapter

Physical: Solutions

Question:

When a solute is present in trace quantities then which of the following expression is used?

Options:

Gram per million

Milligram percent

Microgram percent

Parts per million

Correct Answer:

Parts per million

Explanation:

Parts per million: When a solute is present in trace quantities, it is convenient to express concentration in parts per million (ppm) and is defined as:

Parts per million = \(\frac{\text{Number of parts of the component}}{\text{Total number of parts of all components of the solution}}\) x 106