When two liquids do not mix with each other to form a solution, what is it called?

- The two liquids that can't dissolve in each other or the two liquids in which diffusion can't takes place are called immiscible liquids. They can’t form homogeneous mixtures.For example- Water and oil.

- When two liquids can be mixed to form homogeneous mixtures they are called miscible liquids.

For example- Alcohol and water.

Extra Information:

Term

Definition

Example

Solvent

A substance that can dissolve other substances

Water

Solute

A substance that is dissolved in another substance

Salt

Decantation

removal of lighter, clearer liquid from a process in which liquids of different densities separate

Separation of water from muddy water