Does a new substance form when a solute dissolves in a solvent?

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No new substance is formed when a solute dissolves in a solvent.
When a solute dissolves in a solvent a solution is formed.
Solvent dissociates the components of solute.
Example:- When $N a C l$ is dissolved in water, $H_{2} O$ molecules surround the negative chloride ions and positive sodium ions and split $N a C l$ molecule.

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