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A solution is a homogeneous mixture of two or more substances. The substance present in the largest amount is called the solvent, while the other substances present are called solutes. The solute is dissolved in the solvent. The amount of solute that can be dissolved in a given amount of solvent is limited by the solubility of the solute in the solvent.