Which of the following will increase the solubility of a solute? (Select all that apply)
1. Increasing the temperature
2. Increasing the pressure of a gas solute
3. Agitating or stirring the solution
4. Decreasing the particle size of the solute
5. Increasing the surface area of the solute in contact with the solvent.
To determine which factors will increase the solubility of a solute, we need to consider the following options:
1. Increase in temperature
2. Increase in pressure (for gases)
3. Decrease in particle size (increase in surface area)
4. Increase in agitation (stirring or shaking)
Hence, the options that will increase the solubility of a solute are:
1. Increase in temperature
2. Increase in pressure (for gases)
3. Decrease in particle size (increase in surface area)
4. Increase in agitation (stirring or shaking)
Please note that these factors may not work for all solutes and solvents, as solubility depends on the specific chemical properties of the substances involved.