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Does anyone know of any solutes (such as sodium chloride) that have VERY high melting points (preferably 1800C or higher)? They don't have to be water soluable but they need a solvent that can disolve them.
A solute with a very high melting point is a substance that has a melting point that is significantly higher than room temperature, typically above 1000°C.
Substances with strong intermolecular forces, such as ionic compounds and covalent network solids, tend to have very high melting points.
The strength of intermolecular forces, the size and symmetry of the molecules, and the presence of multiple bonding interactions all contribute to a solute having a very high melting point.
Solutes with very high melting points are commonly used in industries such as metallurgy, ceramics, and electronics for their strength, durability, and ability to withstand high temperatures.
Yes, solutes with very high melting points can still have high solubility in liquids, as their melting point only indicates their solid state behavior and not their solubility in a liquid solvent.