You are given a clear solution of KNO3. Using 3 – 4 sentences (in your own words) explain how you would determine if the solution is unsaturated, saturated or supersaturated.

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You are given a clear solution of KNO3.  Using 3 – 4 sentences (in your own words) explain how you would determine if the solution is unsaturated, saturated or supersaturated.

photon336 · Answer

If it's saturated that means that the maximum amount of kno3 solute is dissolved in the solvent water. If you add more kno3 and you find that it starts precipitating meaning you find particles collecting at the bottom that means that you solution was saturated. If you don't see this then is under saturated.