Element Compound, Mixture

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What is a Homogeneous Mixture?

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A mixture that is uniform in composition and appearance, where the components are evenly distributed, such as sweet tea.

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What is a Compound?

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A substance formed when two or more different elements are chemically bonded together.

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Can elements be broken down into simpler substances?

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No, elements cannot be broken down into simpler substances.

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What makes a compound an organic compound?

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An organic compound contains carbon (C) in its structure.

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What must be done to separate compounds?

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Compounds must be separated through chemical means.

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What is a Mixture?

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A combination of two or more substances where each retains its own properties.

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What is a Heterogeneous Mixture?

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A mixture that is not uniform in composition, where the different components can be seen, such as a salad.

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What is the difference between a compound and a mixture?

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A compound is a chemical combination of elements, while a mixture is a physical combination of substances.

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What is an Element?

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A pure substance that cannot be broken down into simpler substances by chemical means.

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What is a Solution?

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