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What type of solution is likely to produce crysals if disturbed?

supersaturated


What type of solution is most likely to form crystals as it cools?

A supersaturated solution is most likely to form crystals as it cools.


What are the conditions which small and large crystals are likely to form?

Small crystals are likely to form when the solution cools quickly or when there are impurities present that inhibit crystal growth. Large crystals are likely to form when the solution is allowed to cool slowly or when there is a high concentration of solute in the solution.


A mineral specimen has very small crystals what is the best explanation for how this happened?

The small crystals likely formed due to rapid cooling of the molten rock or solution from which the mineral precipitated. This rapid cooling did not allow enough time for the crystals to grow larger, resulting in the formation of small crystals.


Can sugar crystals grow in vinegar?

No, sugar crystals cannot grow in vinegar because vinegar typically contains acetic acid, which would prevent sugar crystals from forming. Sugar crystals are more likely to grow in a saturated solution of sugar and water.


A solution may be prepared by dissolving crystals of a salt in water What would probably not affect the rate of solubility?

The rate of solubility of a salt in water is typically not affected by factors such as the size of the crystals, as the dissolution process is governed by the interaction of solvent molecules with the salt particles on the surface. The temperature of the solution, stirring/agitation, and surface area of the crystals are more likely to impact the rate of solubility.


Which type of cloud is least likely to produce rain?

Cirrostratus clouds art the least likely to produce precipitation that reaches the ground. These clouds are often formed from cirrus clouds as a warm front approaches.


The combination of ions least likely to produce a precipitate is?

The combination of ions least likely to produce a precipitate is those that form a soluble salt when combined. For example, ions like Na+ and Cl- are unlikely to produce a precipitate when combined because NaCl is soluble in water and remains in solution. Conversely, ions that form insoluble salts when combined, like Ag+ and Cl-, are more likely to produce a precipitate.


If a crystal cools rapidly it would be?

Not enough information. Some crystals will break if they cool rapidly, some crystals will not form correctly if the solution cools too quickly.


Would crystals would be more likely to be formed inside earth or outside earth?

Crystals are more likely formed inside the earth because the crystals length is dependent on the time it takes to cool. On the outside of the earth it is much cooler than the inside of the earth, so crystals don't have time to form after they have reached the surface.


What would be the difference in size of crystals between a salt solution that has been evaporated by heating with a Bunsen burner and one that was left to evaporate in normal room temperature?

When you do it on the Bunsen burner it heats quicker so you get a final product sooner. You know it's finished when you start to see white powdery looking stuff around the sides. To wash it run it under cool water and the powder should rinse out with the water.


Purple colored crystals that are added to water to kill germs?

Most likely crystals of Iodine. Iodine is known for its anti-bacterial properties.