Question

in a solution the _____ is dissolved. options: solvent (yellow button), solute (purple button). image of a solution (labeled solution) included.

Explanation:

In a solution, the solute is the substance that gets dissolved, while the solvent is the substance that does the dissolving. So the correct term to fill in the blank is "solute".

Answer:

solute (corresponding to the purple option labeled "solute")