Mixtures and Solutions

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What is a mixture?

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A mixture is a combination of two or more substances that are not chemically combined. Each substance retains its own properties.

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What is a solution?

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A solution is a special type of mixture where one substance (the solute) is completely dissolved in another substance (the solvent).

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What is the difference between a mixture and a solution?

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In a mixture, the components can be separated easily and retain their properties, while in a solution, the solute is dissolved and cannot be easily separated.

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What does soluble mean?

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Soluble means that a substance can dissolve in a solvent, such as water.

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What does insoluble mean?

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Insoluble means that a substance cannot dissolve in a solvent.

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Give an example of a soluble substance.

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Salt is an example of a soluble substance because it dissolves in water.

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Give an example of an insoluble substance.

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Oil is an example of an insoluble substance because it does not dissolve in water.

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What is filtration?

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Filtration is a method used to separate solids from liquids using a filter.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process of turning a liquid into vapor, often used to separate a solute from a solvent.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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What is a magnet used for in separating mixtures?

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A magnet can be used to separate magnetic materials, like iron filings, from non-magnetic materials.