Answer:
The correct answer is - solute.
Explanation:
A solute is one half of a solution that is dissolved in the other half of the solution, known as the solvent. Solute particles are always less or lower in quantity or concentration than the solvent in a solution.
In this case, coffee crystals are dissolved in hot water so the solute will be coffee crystals and the amount of coffee crystals are also less than the amount of solvent.
