Precipitate

Definition

A precipitate is a solid substance that forms when two aqueous solutions react and produce an insoluble compound. It appears as fine particles suspended in the solution or as a solid settling at the bottom.

Related terms

Aqueous Solution:

A solution where water is the solvent, meaning it is what dissolves other substances.

Solubility Rules:

Guidelines used to predict whether an ionic compound will be soluble or insoluble in water based on the combination of its ions.

Supernatant: The clear liquid above a precipitate after it settles at the bottom of a container.