Separating Mixtures

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What is a mixture?

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A mixture is a combination of two or more materials that can be easily separated by some physical means.

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True or False: A mixture must have at least two different materials.

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True

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What is the best way to separate rocks and sand?

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Using a sieve to sift the sand allows the sand to fall through while the rocks stay.

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True or False: If you combine metal shavings with sand, there is NO way you can separate them.

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False

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What is an example of a mixture that can be separated by hand?

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A mixture of small candies, like M&Ms and Skittles, can be separated by hand.

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What is the process of separating a mixture called?

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Separation.

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True or False: All mixtures are the same and cannot be separated.

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False

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What is an example of a physical means to separate mixtures?

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Using a magnet to separate iron filings from sand.

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What is a sieve used for?

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A sieve is used to separate smaller particles from larger ones, like sand from rocks.

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True or False: You can separate a mixture of oil and water by using a filter.

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False