An unsaturated solution is one that ________.
A)has no double bonds
B)contains the maximum concentration of solute possible, and is in equilibrium with undissolved solute
C)has a concentration lower than the solubility
D)contains more dissolved solute than the solubility allows
E)contains no solute

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An unsaturated solution is one that has a concentration lower than the solubility of the solute, meaning it has the potential to dissolve more solute. A saturated solution contains the maximum concentration of solute possible and is in equilibrium with undissolved solute. A solution with more dissolved solute than the solubility allows is supersaturated, and a solution with no solute is pure solvent. Choice A is incorrect because double bonds are not relevant to the definition of an unsaturated solution. Choice B is incorrect because it describes a saturated solution. Choice D is incorrect because it describes a supersaturated solution. Choice E is incorrect because it describes pure solvent.

An Unsaturated Solution Is One That ________