Mixtures and Solutions

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What is a mixture?

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A combination of two or more substances that can be easily separated.

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What is a solution?

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A mixture where one substance (solute) is dissolved in another (solvent) and cannot be easily separated.

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What does soluble mean?

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To dissolve in a liquid.

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Give an example of a mixture.

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Trail mix, which contains nuts, raisins, pretzels, and candy pieces.

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What is a solute?

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The substance that is dissolved in a solution.

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What is a solvent?

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The substance that dissolves the solute in a solution.

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What is a physical property?

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Characteristics that can be observed or measured without changing the substance's identity.

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Can mixtures be homogeneous or heterogeneous?

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Yes, mixtures can be classified as homogeneous (uniform composition) or heterogeneous (distinct, separate components).

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What is an example of a homogeneous mixture?

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Saltwater, where salt is completely dissolved in water.

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What is an example of a heterogeneous mixture?

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A salad, where the individual ingredients can be seen and separated.