Question

What is a saturated solution that cannot dissolve any more solute because it is too concentrated?

Answer 1

Answer: A saturated solution, by definition, contains an amount of solute equal to the amount of dissolved solute in equilibrium with an undissolved solute. We could, however, make a supersaturated solution in which the solvent contains more solute than would be in equilibrium with undissolved.

Explanation:   More solute cannot be dissolved at a given temperature in a saturated solution. This is because the solute dissolves in a solvent due to the space between the solvent particles, but with the continuous addition of solute, the space between the solvent particles is filled. As a result, no more solute particles can dissolve in the solvent.