Mixture 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 the substances are not chemically joined together.

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What happens to the substances in a mixture when they are combined?

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The substances are not joined when combined, meaning they retain their individual properties.

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Can you give an example of a mixture?

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Trail mix, which contains nuts, dried fruits, and chocolate, is an example of a mixture.

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What is the difference between a mixture and a solution?

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In a mixture, the substances can be separated easily, while in a solution, one substance is dissolved in another.

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What is an example of a container that does not hold a mixture?

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A glass filled with water is not a mixture; it is a pure substance.

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Which mixtures can be separated using a magnet?

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Mixtures like sand and iron fillings can be separated using a magnet.

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What is one method to separate juice from pulp in orange juice?

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You can pour the juice through a coffee filter to separate the juice from the pulp.

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What is a solution?

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A solution is a special type of mixture where one substance is dissolved in another, like saltwater.

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What is the term for the solid particles that settle at the bottom of a liquid mixture?

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Sediment.

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What is filtration?

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Filtration is a process used to separate solids from liquids using a filter.