Saturated Solution

What is Saturated Solution?

A solution containing the maximum concentration of a solute dissolved in the solvent at a specified temperature. The temperature is part of the definition, because raising the temperature usually allows more solute to dissolve, so the same solution can be saturated at one temperature and unsaturated at a higher one.

This definition is part of the Experimental Techniques and Chemical Analysis chapter in Cambridge O Level Chemistry.

Concepts related to Saturated Solution

• solubility
• Crystallisation
• temperature

Common mistakes with Saturated Solution

• 4. “A saturated solution is one where no more will dissolve.” Why it fails Warm it and more will dissolve, so the statement describes something that changes as soon as the temperature does. Correct A solution containing the maximum concentration of a solute dissolved in the solvent at a specified temperature. Check Why do crystals form when a hot saturated solution cools? Only the full definition, with temperature in it, can answer that.
• 22. “Statement 12.1.3 is about collecting and drying gases.” Why it fails Statement 12.1.3 is the six definitions — solvent, solute, solution, saturated solution, residue and filtrate. Gas collection and drying methods are not part of Topic 12 for this cycle. Correct Learn the six definitions for 12.1.3, in the official wording. Check If a revision resource lists upward delivery and drying agents under 12.1.3, it is describing an older specification.