Solubility with Concentration

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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 factors affect solubility?

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

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How does temperature affect the solubility of most solids?

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For most solids, solubility increases as temperature rises.

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How does temperature affect the solubility of gases?

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For gases, solubility decreases as temperature rises.

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What is concentration?

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Concentration is the amount of solute present in a given volume of solvent or solution.

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What is a saturated solution?

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A saturated solution is one in which no more solute can dissolve at a given 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.

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How does stirring affect the rate of dissolution?

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Stirring increases the rate at which a solute dissolves in a solvent.

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

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Increasing pressure increases the solubility of gases in liquids.