Separating Mixtures

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What is a mixture?

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A mixture is a combination of two or more different materials that can be separated easily.

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What is an example of a mixture that can be separated by hand?

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A mixture of marbles and buttons can be separated by hand.

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What method can be used to separate metal shavings from sand?

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A magnet can be used to separate metal shavings from sand.

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What is the best method to separate rocks from sand?

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Using a sieve or strainer is the best method to separate rocks from sand.

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True or False: A mixture must have at least two different materials.

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True.

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What is the best method to separate salt from water?

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Evaporation is the best method to separate salt from 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 liquid into vapor, often used to separate dissolved substances.

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What is a solution?

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

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Can you name a method to separate a mixture of oil and water?

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Oil and water can be separated using a separating funnel.