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 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 special type of mixture where one substance (the solute) is completely dissolved in another substance (the solvent).

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What is an example of a mixture?

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An example of a mixture is a salad, where different ingredients are combined but can be separated.

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What is an example of a solution?

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An example of a solution is saltwater, where salt is dissolved in water.

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How can you separate a mixture?

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You can separate a mixture using methods like filtration, evaporation, or magnetism.

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What happens when a substance dissolves in a liquid?

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When a substance dissolves, it spreads evenly throughout the liquid, forming a solution.

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What is the difference between a mixture and a compound?

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A mixture is made of two or more substances that can be separated, while a compound is a substance formed when two or more elements are chemically bonded.

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Is ocean water a solution?

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Yes, ocean water is a solution because it contains dissolved salts and other substances.

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What is a solute?

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A solute is the substance that is dissolved in a solution, such as salt in saltwater.

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What is a solvent?

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A solvent is the substance that dissolves the solute, such as water in saltwater.