Question

What is the number of phases and components in an aqueous solution of glucose?

(a) 2, 1

(b) 3, 2

(c) 1, 3

(d) 1, 2

The question was posed to me in an interview for internship.

I want to ask this question from Phases and Components topic in division Phase Rule of Engineering Chemistry I

Answer 1

The correct choice is (d) 1, 2

For explanation I would say: Since we have a solid mixed in a liquid, we have two components. Since the above solution is homogeneous, we have only one phase.