Saturated and Unsaturated Solution


 
 
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Saturated and Unsaturated Solution

Solution may be defined  as homogeneous mixture of two or more pure substances, the relative ratio of which can be varied within certain limits. It is possible to dissolve different amounts of a solute in a given quantity of a solvent to obtain solutions of different concentrations. Solutions can be divided into two classes depending upon the amounts of solute dissolved in a given amount of solvent :-

  • Saturated Solution: A solution in which no more amount of solute can be dissolved at a given temperature is called a saturated solution. There is a limit to the amount of solute that can be dissolved in a fixed amount of a solvent at a particular temperature. A solution in which the maximum possible amount of a solute is dissolved at a given temperature is known as a saturated solution.
  • Unsaturated Solution: An unsaturated solution is one in which more solute can be dissolved at a given temperature. For example, a solution of sugar in water in which more sugar can be dissolved at a given temperature is an unsaturated solution.
  • Supersaturated Solution :-Sometimes it is also possible to dissolve more solute than its capability of dissolving. Such solutions are known as supersaturated solutions.
  • Test for Saturation and Unsaturation: 

    To test whether a solution is saturated or unsaturated, we add more solute to the solution and stir it thoroughly. If the solute dissolves, the solution is unsaturated. If it remains undissolved, the solution is saturated.

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    Question : 1

    If in a solution, no more solute can be dissolved at that temperature, the solution is called ___________

    Right Option : A
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    Question : 2

    Solution in which no more solute can be added is called as  _________________

    Right Option : A
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    Question : 3

    The solution  in which more solute can be dissolved at a given temperature is called _________________________.

    Right Option : B
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