Aqueous Solutions of Simple Solutes Properties

The study of very dilute solutions of simple solutes is of interest for various reasons. First, these solutions reveal some anomalous properties in comparison with nonaqueous solutions and have therefore presented an attractive challenge to scientists. Second, the study of dilute aqueous solutions viewed as systems deviating slightly from pure water provides some further information helpful in the study of water itself. Finally, understanding the thermodynamics of these systems on a molecular level is a first step in the study of biochemical systems. 

One cannot expect the theoretical development of the study of dilute aqueous solutions to be better than that for pure water. Nevertheless, because of their interest and importance, there has been significant progress in the understanding of these relatively simple systems. Part of the outcome of this research has also been applied to the study 

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