1) Aqueous solutions are homogeneous mixtures where a solute is dissolved in a solvent, usually water. Water is a good solvent due to its polar molecular structure.
2) Solutions can be strong or weak electrolytes depending on how completely the solute dissociates into ions when dissolved. Strong electrolytes fully dissociate into many ions, while weak electrolytes only partially dissociate.
3) Precipitation reactions occur when oppositely charged ions in aqueous solutions combine to form an insoluble ionic compound as a solid precipitate. These reactions can be used to separate out desired products through filtration.