Question

the solvent in a solution is the component that ______. dissolves the solute gets dissolved changes phases forms a precipitate

Explanation:

To solve this, we recall the definitions of solvent and solute in a solution. A solvent is the substance that dissolves the solute. The option "gets dissolved" describes the solute. "Changes phases" and "forms a precipitate" are not characteristics of a solvent.

Answer:

A. dissolves the solute