Supersaturation in Physical Chemistry
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Which term is commonly applied to a solution of a solid in a liquid when the concentration of the solute exceeds the concentration specified by the value of solubility at equilibrium?

  • Supersaturation (correct)
  • Crystallization
  • Metastable state
  • Equilibrium
  • What is the term used to describe a solution that is in a metastable state and can be brought to equilibrium by forcing the excess solute to separate from the solution?

  • Metastable state
  • Supersaturation (correct)
  • Equilibrium
  • Crystallization
  • Which substance was used in early studies of supersaturation and is also known as Glauber's Salt?

  • Calcium carbonate
  • Potassium chloride
  • Sodium sulfate (correct)
  • Magnesium oxide
  • What was the previous belief about the crystallization of a supersaturated solution before early studies showed otherwise?

    <p>It comes from agitation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who brought attention to the concept of solid matter entering a supersaturated solution and acting as a 'starting' site for crystals to form?

    <p>Gay-Lussac</p> Signup and view all the answers

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