Here's a breakdown:

* Solute: The substance that dissolves in the solvent. It is usually present in a smaller amount.

* Solvent: The substance that dissolves the solute. It is usually present in a larger amount.

* Solution: The homogeneous mixture formed when the solute dissolves in the solvent.

For example, when you add sugar (solute) to water (solvent), the sugar dissolves and forms a sugar solution.