chemisttree said:
A concentration greater than 100% means that there is more of a substance present in a solution than what would be expected based on its maximum solubility. This can occur due to factors such as temperature, pressure, or the presence of other solutes.
A concentration greater than 100% can occur when the solubility of a substance increases with temperature or pressure. It can also happen if the solute is able to form a complex with another substance in the solution, allowing it to exceed its maximum solubility.
Not necessarily. It depends on the specific substance and the conditions under which the concentration is greater than 100%. In some cases, it may indicate a supersaturated solution, which can be unstable and may lead to the formation of crystals. However, in other cases, a concentration greater than 100% may be a desired result in certain industrial processes.
Yes, a concentration greater than 100% can be measured using various techniques such as titration, spectrophotometry, or gravimetric analysis. These methods allow for the determination of the exact amount of solute present in a solution, even if it exceeds its maximum solubility.
One example of a concentration greater than 100% is the production of supersaturated sugar solutions for candy making. Another example is the use of concentrated acids in laboratory experiments, where the concentration may exceed 100% due to the presence of water in the solution.