Solubility Curve, Saturation, and Solution

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What is a solubility curve?

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A graphical representation showing the relationship between the solubility of a substance and temperature.

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What does it mean for a solution to be saturated?

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A saturated solution contains the maximum amount of solute that can dissolve at a given temperature.

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What is an unsaturated solution?

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A solution that contains less solute than the maximum amount that can dissolve at a given temperature.

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What is a supersaturated solution?

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A solution that contains more solute than can normally dissolve at a given temperature, often achieved by heating.

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What factors affect the rate of dissolution?

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Temperature, surface area of the solute, and stirring.

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How does temperature affect solubility?

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Generally, solubility of solids increases with temperature, while solubility of gases decreases.

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What is a solvent?

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The substance that does the dissolving in a solution.

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What is a solute?

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The substance that is being dissolved in a solution.

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What is the difference between a solute and a solvent?

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A solute is the substance that dissolves, while a solvent is the substance that dissolves the solute.

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What is the solubility of KClO3 at 60 ºC?

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Approximately 30 g per 100 g of water.