3. What is saturated solution? How can you prepare it? What is the effect of temperature on the solubility of saturated solution?

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A saturated solution is a solution that contains the maximum amount of solute that can be dissolved under the condition at which the solution exists.
A saturated solution is prepared by continuously adding solute to the solution until a stage is reached where the solute appears as a solid precipitate or as crystals to form a highly saturated solution.
With an increase in temperature the solubility of saturated solutions increases and we can add solute further.

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