Question

the substance that is dissolved in a mixture is called?
a) a suspension
b) a colloid
c) a solvent
d) a solute

Explanation:

• A suspension is a heterogeneous mixture with large particles that settle out.
• A colloid is a mixture with dispersed particles that do not settle.
• A solvent is the substance that dissolves another substance.
• A solute is the substance that gets dissolved in a mixture (solvent).

Answer:

d) A solute