Mixture and Solution review pt 1

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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 solution?

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A solution is a homogeneous mixture where one substance (the solute) is dissolved in another (the solvent).

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What is the process of dissolving?

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Dissolving is the process where a solute breaks down into smaller particles and spreads evenly throughout a solvent.

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What is a heterogeneous mixture?

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A heterogeneous mixture is a mixture where the components are not uniform and can be easily distinguished, such as vegetable soup.

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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, such as lemonade.

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What is the role of heat in dissolving a solute?

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Heating increases the kinetic energy of the particles, which can increase the rate at which a solute dissolves.

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What is an atom?

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An atom is the smallest unit of an element that retains the properties of that element.

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What is a molecule?

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A molecule is a group of two or more atoms bonded together, representing the smallest fundamental unit of a chemical compound.

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What is a compound?

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A compound is a substance formed when two or more different elements are chemically bonded together.

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What is filtration?

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