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Define solute, solvent and solution, and state what a saturated solution is.
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Answer
A solute is the substance that dissolves; a solvent is the substance in which it dissolves; and a solution is the homogeneous mixture of the two. A saturated solution is one that can dissolve no more of the solute at that temperature.
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Explanation
A supersaturated solution holds more than the saturation amount and is unstable.
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