Mixtures - Separating Mixtures

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What is a mixture?

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

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What is the process of separating mixtures called?

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The process of separating mixtures is called separation techniques.

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What is filtration?

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

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What is a solution?

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A solution is a type of mixture where one substance is dissolved in another, such as sugar in water.

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What is a physical property?

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A physical property is a characteristic of a substance that can be observed without changing its identity, like color, shape, or size.

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How can you separate sand from water?

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You can separate sand from water by using filtration.

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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 role of a magnet in separating mixtures?

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A magnet can be used to attract magnetic materials, such as iron filings, from a mixture.

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What does it mean to settle in a mixture?

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To settle means that heavier particles in a mixture will sink to the bottom over time, leaving the lighter components on top.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process of turning liquid into vapor, which can be used to separate a dissolved solid from a liquid.

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