Separating Mixtures

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What is a mixture?

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A mixture is when elements combine but don't bond.

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Can all mixtures be separated the same way?

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No, all mixtures cannot be separated the same way.

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What method would you use to separate pulp from orange juice?

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Filter.

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What method would you use to separate sugar from water if you do not need to keep the water?

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Evaporation.

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What can be used to separate mixtures based on their physical characteristics?

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Physical properties.

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What is filtration?

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Filtration is a method used to separate solids from liquids using a filter.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process of turning liquid into vapor, often used to separate a solute from a solvent.

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What is magnetism in the context of separating mixtures?

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Magnetism is a method used to separate magnetic materials from non-magnetic materials.

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What is a sieve?

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A sieve is a tool used to separate wanted elements from unwanted material or for controlling the particle size distribution of a sample.

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What is the difference between a mixture and a compound?

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A mixture is a combination of substances that do not chemically bond, while a compound is a substance formed when two or more elements chemically bond.