Modern Chemistry, Lesson 102: Introduction to Ion Hydration

Duration: 30 min

Creator: Encyclopaedia Britannica Educational Corporation

Description: In Lesson 101 beryllium, magnesium, and aluminum ions were found to have properties different from those previously found for Group IA ions and none of the Group IIA ions. The special properties such as acidity and information of gelatinous precipitates are related to the small sizes of the ions and to the interaction with water. Demonstrates the hydration of anhydrous, colorless copper sulfate.

Metadata Source:Catalog of Classroom Teaching Films for Georgia Schools, No. 10 (Georgia Department of Education)