Mixtures and Solutions

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What is a mixture?

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A combination of two or more different kinds of substances that keep their own physical properties and can be easily separated.

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What is a solution?

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A mixture where one substance (solute) is dissolved in another (solvent), resulting in a homogeneous mixture.

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What is the difference between a mixture and a solution?

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A mixture retains the individual properties of its components and can be separated easily, while a solution is a homogeneous mixture where the solute is dissolved in the solvent.

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What is an example of a solution?

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Sugar dissolved in water.

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What is an example of a mixture that is not a solution?

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Pepper and water.

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What is evaporation in the context of separating solutions?

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Evaporation is a method used to separate a solute from a solvent by heating the solution until the solvent turns into vapor.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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What are the components of a solution?

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A solution consists of a solute (the substance being dissolved) and a solvent (the substance doing the dissolving).

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Can mixtures be homogeneous or heterogeneous?

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Yes, mixtures can be classified as homogeneous (uniform composition) or heterogeneous (distinct, separate components).

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What is a colloid?

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A colloid is a type of mixture where very small particles of one substance are evenly distributed throughout another substance.

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What is a suspension?

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A suspension is a heterogeneous mixture in which solid particles are dispersed in a liquid but will settle over time.