Mixtures vs. Solutions

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What is a mixture?

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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 mixture where one substance (solute) is dissolved evenly in another (solvent), and they do not retain their individual properties.

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What is the solute in a saltwater solution?

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Salt.

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What is the solvent in a saltwater solution?

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Water.

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Give an example of a mixture.

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Trail mix.

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Give an example of a solution.

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Tea.

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What does solubility mean?

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The degree to which a material will dissolve in another substance.

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What happens to the properties of substances in a solution?

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They do not keep their own physical properties.

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What is the main difference between a mixture and a solution?

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In a mixture, substances retain their properties; in a solution, they do not.

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Can you separate the components of a mixture easily?

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Yes, the components of a mixture can be separated by physical means.