Mixtures & Solutions (TEK 5.5B/C)

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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. Each substance retains its own properties.

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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) dissolves in another (the solvent), forming a homogeneous mixture.

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What does 'soluble' mean?

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Soluble refers to a substance's ability to dissolve in a solvent, such as water.

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What does 'insoluble' mean?

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Insoluble refers to a substance that does not dissolve in a solvent.

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What is solubility?

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Solubility is the property of a substance to dissolve in a solvent at a given temperature and pressure.

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What happens to the properties of a solute when it dissolves in a solvent?

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Some properties, like taste, may remain the same, while others, like size, may change.

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Can magnetism be used to separate mixtures?

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Yes, magnetism can be used to separate mixtures that contain magnetic materials.

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What is an example of a soluble substance?

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Salt is an example of a soluble substance that dissolves in water.

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What is an example of an insoluble substance?

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Sand is an example of an insoluble substance that does not dissolve in water.

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What is the role of a solvent in a solution?

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The solvent is the substance that dissolves the solute, forming a solution.