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 bonded together.

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What is a solution?

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

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Is cereal with milk a solution?

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No, cereal with milk is a mixture, not a solution.

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What is a solvent?

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A solvent is the substance in a solution that dissolves the solute, usually present in the largest amount.

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What is a solute?

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A solute is the substance that is dissolved in a solution.

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What happens when you add more solute to a solution?

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The concentration of the solution increases.

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What is the solvent in water and Kool-Aid?

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Water is the solvent.

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What is the solvent in air?

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Nitrogen is the solvent in air.

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What method can be used to separate nails from sand?

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A magnet can be used to separate nails from sand.

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What is concentration in terms of solutions?

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Concentration refers to the amount of solute present in a given amount of solvent or solution.