Mixtures and Solutions

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What is a mixture?

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A mixture is a combination of two or more substances that retain their individual physical properties and can be separated easily.

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What is a solution?

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A solution is a type of mixture where one substance dissolves completely in another, forming a homogeneous mixture.

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Which of the following will NOT dissolve in water: salt, rocks, or apple juice?

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Rocks will NOT dissolve in water.

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True or False: Mixtures are combinations of two materials that retain their physical qualities.

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True.

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What is solubility?

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Solubility is the ability of a substance to dissolve in a solvent, such as water.

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What is an example of a solution?

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An example of a solution is saltwater, where salt dissolves in water.

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What is an example of a mixture?

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An example of a mixture is a salad, where different ingredients are combined but retain their individual properties.

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What does it mean for substances to be miscible?

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Miscible substances are those that can mix together in any proportion without separating.

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What is the difference between a mixture and a compound?

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A mixture is a physical combination of substances that can be separated, while a compound is a chemical combination of substances that cannot be separated by physical means.

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What is an example of a solid-liquid solution?

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An example of a solid-liquid solution is sugar dissolved in water.