Solubility Curves

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What is a solubility curve?

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A graph that shows the relationship between the solubility of a substance and temperature.

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What does solubility mean?

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The ability of a substance to dissolve in a solvent, typically expressed in grams of solute per 100 grams of solvent.

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What is the solubility of KNO3 at 40 ºC?

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60 grams per 100 grams of water.

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Which compound is least affected by temperature changes?

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Sodium Chloride.

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What is the least soluble substance at 0 ºC?

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KClO3.

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At what temperature does the solubility of NaCl equal that of KClO3?

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83 ºC.

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What is the most soluble solute at 10 ºC?

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KI.

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How does temperature affect the solubility of most solids?

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Generally, the solubility of most solids increases with an increase in temperature.

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What is the effect of temperature on the solubility of gases?

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The solubility of gases typically decreases as temperature increases.

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What is a saturated solution?

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A solution in which no more solute can dissolve at a given temperature.