In a solution, what is the term for the substance being dissolved?

• A. Solute
• B. Precipitate
• C. Solvent
• D. Suspension

Answer: (A)

Verified step by step guidance

1. Understand the components of a solution: a solution consists of two main parts—the solute and the solvent.
2. The solute is the substance that is dissolved in the solution, meaning it is dispersed uniformly at the molecular or ionic level.
3. The solvent is the substance that dissolves the solute, usually present in the greater amount.
4. A precipitate is a solid that forms and separates from a solution, not a component of the solution itself.
5. A suspension is a heterogeneous mixture where particles are dispersed but not dissolved, different from a true solution.