Solubility

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What is a solute?

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The substance that gets dissolved in a solution.

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What does unsaturated mean in terms of solutions?

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A solution with less than the maximum amount of solutes.

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What is a saturated solution?

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A solution where no more solute can be dissolved 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 be dissolved at a given temperature.

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What is a homogeneous solution?

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A mixture that has a uniform composition throughout.

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What happens to solubility as temperature increases for most solids?

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Solubility generally increases with an increase in temperature.

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What is the solubility of KI at 10 °C?

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KI is the most soluble among the given options at 10 °C.

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

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Increased pressure increases the solubility of gases in liquids.

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What is the difference between a solvent and a solute?

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A solvent is the substance that does the dissolving, while a solute is the substance that gets dissolved.

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What is an example of an unsaturated solution?

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A solution where less solute is present than the maximum amount that can be dissolved.