Question

Choose the correct statement regarding solubility.

• A. It is defined as the minimum amount of solute which can be dissolved in a fixed amount of the solvent at a given temperature.
• B. It is defined as the maximum amount of solute which can be dissolved in a fixed amount of the solvent at a given temperature.
• C. It is defined as the minimum amount of solute which can be dissolved in a fixed amount of the solution at a given temperature.
• D. It is defined as the maximum amount of solute which can be dissolved in a fixed amount of the solution at high temperature.

Answer 1

The correct option is B It is defined as the maximum amount of solute which can be dissolved in a fixed amount of the solvent at a given temperature.

Solubility:
It is defined as the maximum amount of solute which can be dissolved in a fixed amount of the solvent at a given temperature.
Factors affecting solubility include:

1. Nature of the solvent and the solute.
2. Temperature of the system.
3. Pressure of the system.