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What is a supersaturated solution?

A) a solution that cannot dissolve any more solute
B) a solution that is not able to dissolve any of the solute
C) a solution containing more solute than should be possible
D) a solution that can still dissolve more solute

User GarryOne
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Answer:

C) a solution containing more solute than should be possible

User Stephen Paul
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Answer:

C) a solution containing more solute than should be possible

Step-by-step explanation:

  • Supersaturation is a solution that contains more of the dissolved material than could be dissolved by the solvent under normal circumstances.

  • So, the right choice is:

C) a solution containing more solute than should be possible.

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