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 can be separated easily.

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What is a solution?

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A solution is a special type of mixture where one substance (solute) dissolves in another (solvent) and cannot be easily separated.

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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 is a solvent?

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A solvent is the substance that dissolves the solute in a solution.

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What is a physical property?

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A physical property is a characteristic of matter that can be observed or measured without changing its composition.

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Give an example of a mixture.

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An example of a mixture is salad, which contains various ingredients that can be separated.

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Give an example of a solution.

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An example of a solution is saltwater, where salt is dissolved in water.

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What happens when salt is added to water?

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When salt is added to water, it dissolves, forming a solution.

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Can you separate the components of a solution easily?

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No, the components of a solution cannot be easily separated.

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What is the difference between a mixture and a solution?

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A mixture can be separated easily, while a solution is a mixture where the solute is dissolved in the solvent.