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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?
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?
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?
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?
What was the previous belief about the crystallization of a supersaturated solution before early studies showed otherwise?
Who brought attention to the concept of solid matter entering a supersaturated solution and acting as a 'starting' site for crystals to form?
Who brought attention to the concept of solid matter entering a supersaturated solution and acting as a 'starting' site for crystals to form?
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