Mixtures vs. Solutions

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What is a mixture?

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A combination of two or more substances where each substance retains its own properties.

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What is a solution?

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

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What happens when salt is added to water?

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The salt dissolves, meaning it becomes evenly distributed throughout the water.

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What does it mean to dissolve?

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To evenly distribute a substance throughout another substance.

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Is lemonade a mixture or a solution?

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Lemonade is a solution because the sugar and lemon juice are dissolved in water.

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What is an example of a mixture?

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Trail mix, which contains different types of nuts, fruits, and candies.

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What is an example of a solution?

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Saltwater, where salt is dissolved in water.

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Can you see the individual components in a solution?

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No, in a solution, the components are not visible as they are evenly mixed.

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What is the best way to help sugar dissolve in water?

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Stirring the water helps the sugar dissolve faster.

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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 properties; in a solution, one substance is dissolved in another.