Mixtures and Solutions

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What happens when you pour sugar into hot water?

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The sugar will dissolve.

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What is a combination of two or more different kinds of substances that keep their own physical properties and can be easily separated?

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A mixture.

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What is a mixture?

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A combination of two or more substances that retain their individual properties.

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What is a solution?

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A homogeneous mixture where one substance is dissolved in another.

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Is a salad a mixture or a solution?

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A salad is a mixture.

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What is solubility?

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The ability of a substance to dissolve in a solvent.

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What is an example of a solution?

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Saltwater is an example of a solution.

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What is an example of a mixture?

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A fruit salad is an example of a mixture.

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Can mixtures be separated easily?

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Yes, mixtures can be separated easily.

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What is the difference between a mixture and a solution?

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A mixture retains the properties of its components, while a solution does not.