When a saturated solution is in equilibrium with undissolved solute:
A)the solution separates into layers
B)dissolving and crystallization stop
C)the quantity of dissolved solute equals the quantity of undissolved solute
D)the concentration of the solution remains constant
E)the temperature increases until more solute dissolves

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When a saturated solution is in equilibrium with undissolved solute, the process of dissolving and crystallization occur at equal rates, keeping the concentration of the solution constant.

When a Saturated Solution Is in Equilibrium with Undissolved Solute