Chemistry
Define the term 'solubility' of a solute in water. If 10 g. of a solute is added to 100 g. of water at 50°C and stirred, it is seen that the total solute dissolves at that temperature giving an unsaturated solution. Is 10 g. the solubility of the solute in water. Give reasons.
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Solubility of a solute in water is defined as the maximum amount of solute in grams that will saturate 100g. of water at t°C.
No, 10g is not the solubility of the solute as the solution is unsaturated. Solubility will be attained when the solution is saturated.
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