Types of Mixtures

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What is a homogeneous mixture?

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A homogeneous mixture is uniform in composition and properties throughout.

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What is a pure substance that cannot be broken down into other substances by chemical or physical means?

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An element.

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What is the substance being dissolved in a solution called?

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The solute.

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What type of mixture separates upon standing?

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Suspension.

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What is a heterogeneous mixture?

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A heterogeneous mixture is not uniform in composition and 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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What is a colloid?

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A mixture where small particles are dispersed throughout but not heavy enough to settle.

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What is an alloy?

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A mixture of two or more metals.

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What is the difference between a solute and a solvent?

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The solute is the substance being dissolved, while the solvent is the substance that dissolves the solute.

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What happens to the particles in a suspension?

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The particles in a suspension are larger and will settle out over time.