What is a Saturated solution: Overview, Questions, Preparation

Through constantly applying solute to a solution, a saturated solution is prepared until it reaches a point where the solute occurs as a solid precipitate or as crystals to create an extremely saturated solution. 

1. Remember the mechanism by which table sugar is applied to a water bottle. 
2. Initially, as the solvent is stirred, the added sugar dissolves. 
3. Finally, a stage is reached where more sugar has been added, where no amount of stirring can allow the added sugar to melt. 
4. The last sugar applied stays on the bottom of the bottle as a solid; the solution is saturated.

The three key modes of saturation are explained below.

This concept is taught under the Structure of Atoms. In this chapter, you will learn about types and factors controlling saturation point. The weightage of this chapter is 6 marks in the final exam.

1. What happens when a saturated solution becomes a solution? 

Answer: This means that it can no longer melt and instead stay stable as you add any of the compounds.

2. How can you test if a solution is unsaturated or supersaturated by saturation? 

Answer: It's possible to see whether a solution is unsaturated, saturated, or supersaturated by applying a very tiny volume of solute. The solute dissolves if the solvent is unsaturated. If it saturates the solution, it won't. If the solution is supersaturated, the solution you have applied will form crystals very easily around it.

3. How does a solution become unsaturated? 

Answer: Unsaturated solutions are solutions in which the dissolved solute concentration is less than the solvent saturation limit (at that specific temperature gradient).

Q: How do you know if a solution is saturated?

Q: What makes a solution which is supersaturated?

Q: How can you say if there is a supersaturation of a solution?

Q: What is an example of a saturated solution?

Q: How do you get a solution which is supersaturated?