A solution with a concentration higher than the solubility is ________.
A)not possible
B)unsaturated
C)supercritical
D)saturated
E)supersaturated

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A solution with a concentration higher than the solubility is called supersaturated. This is because it contains more solute than it is theoretically possible for the solvent to dissolve at the given conditions. It is unstable and can precipitate out excess solute if disturbed.

A Solution with a Concentration Higher Than the Solubility Is