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Circle the correct term to complete the sentence: When you dilute a solution, the resulting solution has a concentration that is (increased/decreased) and the volume is (increased/decreased).

User Yehyatt
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Answer:

decreased; increased

Explanation:

when you dilute something you make it less concentrated by adding something else (usually water i think). so the concentration decreases while the volume increases

User Rich Lawrence
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Answer:

1st option is decreased 2nd is increased

Explanation:

Because you add a liquid to dilute a solution, it makes the solution weaker (less concentrated) you also added more liquid which would increase the volume