Mixtures & Solutions Game

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What is a mixture?

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A combination of two or more substances where each keeps its own properties and can be easily separated.

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What is a solution?

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A type of mixture where one substance (solute) is dissolved in another (solvent), and the resulting mixture has the same properties throughout.

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What is an example of a solution?

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Kool Aid mixed with water.

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What is another example of a solution?

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Salt dissolved in water.

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What is a substance?

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A single part of a mixture or solution that has its own properties.

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What is the difference between a mixture and a solution?

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In a mixture, the substances retain their individual properties, while in a solution, one substance is dissolved in another.

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What is a solvent?

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The substance in a solution that dissolves the solute, usually present in a greater amount.

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What is a solute?

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The substance that is dissolved in a solution, usually present in a smaller amount.

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Can mixtures be separated easily?

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Yes, mixtures can be separated by physical means such as filtering or sorting.

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Can solutions be separated easily?

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Solutions cannot be separated by physical means; they require chemical processes to separate the components.