what is the maximum number of grams of sodium chloride that you could dissolve in 500 grams of water at 20 C

178.5g of NaCl is the maximum amount that can be dissolved

Explanation:

Solubility is defined as the maximum amount of solute that can be dissolved in aAt 20°C, the solubility of NaCl is 35.7g per 100g of water at 20°C. That means the maximum amount that can be dissolved of NaCl is:

500g water * (35.7g NaCl / 100g water) =

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