The temperature of a solution can change the solubility of a substance. The chart shows the solubility of the same solute at different temperatures in water.

\begin{tabular}{|c|c|c|}
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Solution & Temperature [tex]${ }^{\circ} C$[/tex] & [tex]$g / 100 g$[/tex] water \\
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W & 40 & 50 \\
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X & 59 & 200 \\
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Y & 55 & 150 \\
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Z & 48 & 80 \\
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\end{tabular}

Based on the chart, which solution was at the optimal temperature to allow for the greatest solubility?

A. W

B. X

C. Y

D. Z



Answer :

To determine which solution was at the optimal temperature for the greatest solubility, we need to compare the solubility values given in the chart. Here’s the solubility data for each solution:

- Solution [tex]\( W \)[/tex] at 40°C: 50 g/100 g water
- Solution [tex]\( X \)[/tex] at 59°C: 200 g/100 g water
- Solution [tex]\( Y \)[/tex] at 55°C: 150 g/100 g water
- Solution [tex]\( Z \)[/tex] at 48°C: 80 g/100 g water

To find the solution with the greatest solubility, we look for the highest value among the provided solubility values.

Comparing the solubility values:
- 50 g/100 g water for Solution [tex]\( W \)[/tex]
- 200 g/100 g water for Solution [tex]\( X \)[/tex]
- 150 g/100 g water for Solution [tex]\( Y \)[/tex]
- 80 g/100 g water for Solution [tex]\( Z \)[/tex]

It is evident that the highest solubility value is 200 g/100 g water.

Therefore, the solution at the optimal temperature that allows for the greatest solubility is Solution [tex]\( X \)[/tex].