In a solution, the solvent
A)is never a solid.
B)is a liquid.
C)can be a liquid or gas.
D)is the substance present in the smallest concentration.
E)can be a solid, liquid, or gas.

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Solvents can be in any state of matter (solid, liquid, or gas), depending on the solution. For example, in a solution of salt in water, water is the liquid solvent; in air, nitrogen is a gaseous solvent; and in an alloy, the metal can act as a solid solvent.

In a Solution, the Solvent