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A solvent can be described in exactly that way. The other materials here are called solutes. Solvents can be liquids or gases, and they can dissolve solids, liquids or gases to create a solution. Need a link? Look below.

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What substance that can dissvole another substances is called?

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What is the name of a dangerous substance that dissolves other materials?

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What do you mean when you say a substance is insoluble in other substances?

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What substance is used to dissolve another substance?

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What is a substance that dissolves other materials in a what?

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What is a substance that will not dissolve into another substance?

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