Which of the following statements is true for a supersaturated solution?
A)The solute in the solution is at equilibrium with undissolved solute.
B)The solution contains more than the equilibrium amount of solute.
C)The solution is stable and the solute will not precipitate.
D)A supersaturated solution is more than 50% solute by mass.

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A supersaturated solution contains more solute than what is in equilibrium with the solvent at that temperature and pressure. This means that the solution is unstable and the excess solute may precipitate out under certain conditions.

Which of the Following Statements Is True for a Supersaturated