Multiple choice

What is the solvent present in tincture of iodine?

  1. Iodine

  2. Water

  3. Alcohol

  4. Acetic acid

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C Correct answer
Explanation

Tincture of iodine is obtained by dissolving iodine in alcohol. Thus, in tincture, iodine is the solute and alcohol is the solvent. Water is present as solvent in salt solution and acid is the solvent if the solution is made by dissolving some solute in acid.