5.5B Mixtures

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What is a mixture?

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A mixture is a combination of two or more substances that are not chemically bonded and can be separated by physical means.

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What is a homogeneous mixture?

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A homogeneous mixture is a mixture that has a uniform composition throughout, meaning you cannot see the different parts.

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What is a heterogeneous mixture?

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A heterogeneous mixture is a mixture where the different components can be seen and easily separated.

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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 sugar dissolving in water.

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What is a strainer used for?

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A strainer is a tool used to separate solid particles from liquids or to separate different sizes of solid particles.

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What property of a mixture allows for easy separation?

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The physical properties of the components, such as size, density, or solubility, allow for easy separation.

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What is filtration?

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

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What is a magnet used for in separating mixtures?

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A magnet can be used to separate magnetic materials, like iron filings, from non-magnetic materials.

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What happens to the properties of a substance when it dissolves in a solution?

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Some properties, like taste, may remain the same, while others, like appearance, may change.

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What is an example of a solid-solid mixture?

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An example of a solid-solid mixture is a mixture of marbles and plastic cubes.