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 where each substance retains its own properties.

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What is a solution?

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A solution is a special type of mixture where one substance (the solute) dissolves in another (the solvent), forming a homogeneous mixture.

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What happens when a substance dissolves in water?

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When a substance dissolves in water, it breaks down into smaller particles that spread evenly throughout the water, making it invisible.

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What is the process of separating a mixture called?

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The process of separating a mixture is called filtration, evaporation, or using a magnet, depending on the substances involved.

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What is filtration?

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Filtration is a method used to separate solids from liquids by passing the mixture through a filter.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process of turning a liquid into vapor, often used to separate a dissolved substance from a solution.

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What is a solute?

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A solute is the substance that is dissolved in a solution.

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What is a solvent?

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A solvent is the substance that dissolves the solute in a solution.

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Can you name a common solvent?

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Water is the most common solvent.

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What is the difference between a mixture and a solution?

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In a mixture, the substances retain their individual properties, while in a solution, the solute dissolves and the mixture becomes uniform.