Chapter_4_Lecture_Outline.docVIP

Chapter 4 Aqueous Reactions and Solution Stoichiometry Lecture Outline 4.1 General Properties of Aqueous Solutions ? A solution is a homogeneous mixture of two or more substances. ? A solution is made when one substance (the solute) is dissolved in another (the solvent). ? The solute is the substance that is present in the smallest amount. ? Solutions in which water is the solvent are called aqueous solutions. Electrolytic Properties ? All aqueous solutions can be classified in terms of whether or not they conduct electricity. ? If a substance forms ions in solution, then the substance is