In a solution of 77 percent nitrogen and 23 percent oxygen,which is the solvent?
A)nitrogen
B)oxygen
C)both
D)neither
E)Gases cannot form solutions.

Name: In a solution of 77 percent nitrogen and 23 percent oxygen,which is the solvent? A)nitrogen B)oxygen C)both D)neither E)Gases cannot form solutions.
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In a solution, the solvent is the component present in the largest amount. Since nitrogen makes up 77% of the solution, it is the solvent.

In a Solution of 77 Percent Nitrogen and 23 Percent