Which of the following statements is NOT a description of one of the forms of solutions?

A) The drug is in fat globules dispersed uniformly throughout a water base.
B) The drug is in a thickened water base with added sugar and flavoring.
C) The drug is fine, undissolved particles that settle to the bottom upon standing.
D) The drug is in a water and alcohol base.


Answer: C

A) This describes an emulsion, which is a solution.
B) This describes a syrup, which is a solution.
C) This describes a suspension, NOT a solution.
D) This describes a tincture, which is a solution.

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