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Why is an unsaturated solution more stable?

Posted May 29, 2024


Answer

Unsaturated solutions remain stable because they have the capacity to dissolve additional solute. In these solutions, all solute particles are dispersed and dissolved within the solvent, preventing them from settling down. This stability arises from the fact that the solution has not reached its maximum capacity for solute dissolution at the given temperature and pressure, thus avoiding precipitation or separation.

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