Here are the essential concepts you must grasp in order to answer the question correctly.
Saturated Solution
A saturated solution is one in which the maximum amount of solute has been dissolved in a solvent at a given temperature and pressure. In this state, any additional solute added will not dissolve and may remain as a solid, indicating that the solution has reached its limit of solubility.
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Unsaturated Solution
An unsaturated solution is one that contains less solute than it has the capacity to dissolve at a given temperature and pressure. In this case, if more solute is added, it will continue to dissolve until the solution becomes saturated.
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Equilibrium in Solutions
Equilibrium in solutions refers to the state where the rate of dissolution of solute equals the rate of crystallization. In a saturated solution, this equilibrium is established, meaning that the amount of solute remains constant over time, as seen when a crystal added to the solution does not change in size.
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