Question

Which term describes a substance that dissolves?

a. the solute
b. the solvent
c. the catalyst
d. the solution

Answer 1

The solute. Solutes dissolve in solvents. The solute is the part of the solution that there is less of. i.e. 60% ethanol(solvent)+40% water(solute) = rubbing alcohol.

Answer 2

Answer: The correct answer is Option a.

Step-by-step explanation:

A solute is defined as a substance which is present in low proportion in a solution. It is dissolved in the solvent to form a solution.

A solvent is defined as the substance which is present in higher proportion in a solution. It is the substance in which solute gets dissolved.

A catalyst is defined as the substance which increases the rate of the reaction.

A solution is defined as the mixture of solute and solvent.

From the above information, we get that the correct option is Option a.