What is the part of a solution that is present in the larger amount? Chemistry Solutions Solutions 1 Answer SCooke Aug 21, 2017 The solvent. Explanation: In general, we usually describe solutions as being composed of a solvent - the major component into which the others, the solutes , are dissolved. There may be conditions or systems in which "the larger amount" may not apply to the final solution. Answer link Related questions How are solution, solute, and solvent related? Why do solutions become saturated? How does temperature affect solutions? How does a solution differ from a colloid? Calculate the amount of 1 M NaOH aqueous solution needed to make 100 mL of 0.5 M NaOH aqueous solution. How does buffering a solution change the solutions behavior? How does Benedict's solution change colour? Describe how would you prepare 1 L of a 1 M solution of sodium chloride. The gram formula weight... How do solutions differ from suspensions? How does a solution differ from a compound? See all questions in Solutions Impact of this question 3776 views around the world You can reuse this answer Creative Commons License