Mixtures and Solutions - 5.5B

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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 and can be separated by physical means.

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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 dissolved in another (the solvent), resulting in a homogeneous mixture.

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What happens to the taste of tea when sugar is added?

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The taste of tea becomes sweeter when sugar is added.

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What is the property of a mixture that can change?

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The taste of a mixture can change when different ingredients are combined.

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What is an example of a solid mixture?

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A mixture of peanuts and chocolate chips is an example of a solid mixture.

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What tool can be used to separate iron paperclips from sand?

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

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What physical property of salt remains unchanged in a saltwater solution?

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The taste of salt remains unchanged in a saltwater solution.

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What happens to the state of water when lemon juice is added?

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The state of water does not change, but its taste changes when lemon juice is added.

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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 is a mixture where one substance is dissolved in another.

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What is solubility?

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Solubility is the ability of a substance to dissolve in a solvent, forming a solution.