Solutions, Colloids and Suspensions TEST

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What is a mixture?

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A combination of two or more substances that can be physically separated.

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What is a solution?

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A homogeneous mixture where one substance is dissolved in another, appearing clear.

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What is a suspension?

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A heterogeneous mixture where solid particles float in a liquid but can settle at the bottom.

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What is a solvent?

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The substance in which a solute is dissolved to form a solution.

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What is a pure substance?

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A material that has a constant composition and consistent properties throughout.

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What is a colloid?

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A mixture where tiny particles are dispersed in another substance but do not settle out.

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Give an example of a suspension.

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Sand floating in water.

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What happens to sugar when it is mixed with water?

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The sugar dissolves, making water the solvent.

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What is the difference between a compound and a mixture?

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A compound is a substance formed when two or more elements chemically bond, while a mixture is a physical combination of substances.

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What is the appearance of a solution?

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Solutions appear clear and are not cloudy.