Mixtures and Solutions

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What is a mixture?

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A combination of two or more substances that are not chemically combined.

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What is a solution?

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A special type of mixture where one substance is dissolved in another.

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What is texture?

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The physical property of matter that describes how something feels, such as smooth or rough.

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Can the ingredients in a mixture be separated?

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Yes, the ingredients in a mixture can be separated back to their original forms.

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Can the ingredients in a solution be separated?

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No, the ingredients in a solution cannot be separated back to their original forms.

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What happens when you mix blue and green marbles?

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Nothing changes; they stay the same.

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What is an example of a solution?

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Kool Aid is an example of a solution.

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What is an example of a mixture?

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Peas and rice is an example of a mixture.

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What is the difference between a mixture and a solution?

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A mixture can be separated into its components, while a solution cannot.

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What is an example of a physical property of matter?

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Color, shape, size, and texture are examples of physical properties.