How can crystallization be induced in a supersaturated solution?
1 Answer
Feb 12, 2015
Supersaturated solutions hold more solute than should be possible. Hence they are very unstable.
There are a few ways to make the solute crystallize:
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Put in a crystal of the solute. Sometimes any small particle, or even dust, will do the trick.
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Scratch the glass container (on the inside)
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A ferm knock or shake
