Question

which is the first step in the dissolving process? the solute becomes like the solvent. the solute molecules are carried into the solution. the solvent molecules surround the solute particles. the solvent molecules are attracted to particles at the surface of the solute.

Explanation:

In the dissolving process, the first - step is that solvent molecules are attracted to the surface particles of the solute. This attraction starts the interaction between the solute and the solvent which leads to the dissolving process.

Answer:

The solvent molecules are attracted to particles at the surface of the solute.