Solubility

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What is solubility?

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Solubility is the ability of a substance (solute) to dissolve in a solvent at a given temperature and pressure.

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What is a saturated solution?

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A saturated solution is one in which the maximum amount of solute has been dissolved at a specific temperature.

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What is an unsaturated solution?

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An unsaturated solution is one that can still dissolve more solute at a given temperature.

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What is a supersaturated solution?

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A supersaturated solution contains more solute than can normally dissolve at a given temperature, often achieved by changing conditions.

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How does temperature affect solubility?

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Generally, for most solids, solubility increases with temperature, while for gases, solubility decreases with increasing temperature.

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What is the solubility of KClO3 at 50°C?

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20 grams.

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At what temperature do Sodium Chloride and Potassium Nitrate have the same solubility?

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24°C.

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What factors influence solubility?

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Factors include temperature, pressure, and the nature of the solute and solvent.

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What is the difference between solute and solvent?

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The solute is the substance that is dissolved, while the solvent is the substance that does the dissolving.

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What is a concentrated solution?

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A concentrated solution has a large amount of solute relative to the amount of solvent.