Aqueous Solutions
Definition
An aqueous solution is any solution where water acts as the solvent.
Analogy
Imagine you're making hot chocolate with powder mix. When you stir this powder into warm water, you're creating an aqueous solution because water is acting as your main dissolver or 'solvent'.
Related terms
Hydration Shell/Hydration Sphere: This refers to when water molecules surround individual ions present in an aqueous solution due to their polarity.
Electrolyte: Substances which, when melted or dissolved in water, conduct electricity.
Hydrophilic: Refers to substances that have an affinity for water and can be easily dissolved in it.
"Aqueous Solutions" appears in:
Study guides (1)
Are you a college student?
Study guides for the entire semester
200k practice questions
Glossary of 50k key terms - memorize important vocab
Resources
© 2024 Fiveable Inc. All rights reserved.
AP® and SAT® are trademarks registered by the College Board, which is not affiliated with, and does not endorse this website.