Question

in a solution, what is a solvent? a substance in which the solute dissolves. a substance that increases the boiling point. a substance is insoluble in water solution.

Explanation:

In chemistry, a solvent is defined as the substance in which a solute dissolves to form a solution. The other two options do not define a solvent. Increasing boiling - point is a colligative property related to solutes in some cases, and insolubility in water solution does not define a solvent.

Answer:

A. A substance in which the solute dissolves.