Mixtures and Solutions

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What happens when water mixes with sugar?

Back

The appearance of sugar changes.

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Which physical property of salt would stay the same in a mixture of salt particles and water?

Back

Taste.

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What is a solution?

Back

A type of mixture where the substances are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.

Front

What tool would best help you sort iron bolts from aluminum bolts?

Back

A magnet.

Front

Is ocean water a solution?

Back

True.

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What is a mixture?

Back

A combination of two or more substances that retain their individual properties.

Front

What is the difference between a homogeneous mixture and a heterogeneous mixture?

Back

A homogeneous mixture has a uniform composition, while a heterogeneous mixture has a non-uniform composition.

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What is solubility?

Back

The ability of a substance to dissolve in a solvent.

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What is a solvent?

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A substance that dissolves a solute, forming a solution.

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What is a solute?

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A substance that is dissolved in a solvent.