Question

which best describes the solute in a solution?
a the substance that another substance is dissolved in
b the substance that gets dissolved
c the substance that absorbs energy
d the substance that evaporates

Explanation:

A solution is composed of a solute and a solvent. The solute is the component that is dissolved within the solution. Option A describes the solvent (the substance in which another substance is dissolved). Option C is not a general characteristic of a solute. Option D is not relevant to the definition of a solute.

Answer:

B. the substance that gets dissolved