Pete is investigating the solubility of salt (NaCl) in water. He begins to add 50 grams of salt to 100 grams of room temperature tap water in a beaker. After adding all of the salt and stirring for several minutes, Pete
notices a solid substance in the bottom of the beaker. Which statement best explains why there is a solid
substance in the bottom of the beaker?
A. The salt he is using is not soluble in water.
B. The salt is changing into a new substance that is not soluble in water,
C. The dissolving salt is causing impurities in the water to precipitate to the bottom
D. The water is saturated and the remaining salt precipitates to the bottom