A supersaturated solution is said to contain
- more solute than it can dissolve at that temperature in the presence of undissolved solute
- as much solute as it can dissolve at that temperature in the presence of undissolved solute
- as much solute as it can dissolve at that temperature
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more solute than it can dissolve at that temperature
The correct answer is: D
Explanation
The correct answer is D. More solute than it can dissolve at that temperature.
A supersaturated solution is a solution that contains more dissolved solute than it can hold at equilibrium at a given temperature. This means that the solution is unstable and can precipitate out the excess solute at any moment.
In contrast, a saturated solution (option C) contains as much dissolved solute as it can hold at equilibrium at a given temperature, while an unsaturated solution contains less dissolved solute than it can hold.