Physical Science Unit 9 - Properties of Matter (Practice)

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What does 'soluble' mean?

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'Soluble' means a substance that can dissolve in a solvent.

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What is a homogeneous mixture?

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A homogeneous mixture is a mixture that is uniform throughout, meaning its components are evenly distributed.

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How do you calculate density?

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Density is calculated by dividing mass by volume (Density = Mass/Volume).

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What tool would you use to separate iron filings from sand?

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A magnet can be used to separate iron filings from sand.

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Which liquid is the least dense: oil, water, syrup, or plastic bottle?

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Oil is the least dense among the options.

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What does 'immiscible' mean?

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'Immiscible' refers to substances that do not mix or dissolve in each other.

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What is the difference between a pure substance and a mixture?

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A pure substance has a uniform and definite composition, while a mixture contains two or more substances that retain their individual properties.

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What is an example of a homogeneous mixture?

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An example of a homogeneous mixture is saltwater, where the salt is evenly dissolved in the water.

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What is the significance of the mass vs. volume graph in determining density?

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The slope of the mass vs. volume graph represents the density of the substance.

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What is 'insoluble'?

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'Insoluble' means a substance that cannot dissolve in a solvent.