Mixtures and Solutions

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What is a mixture?

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A combination of two or more substances that are not chemically bonded.

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What is a solution?

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A liquid mixture where the solute is evenly distributed within the solvent.

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What is a heterogeneous mixture?

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A mixture where you can usually see its different parts and can be separated easily.

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What is a homogeneous mixture?

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A mixture that is evenly mixed so you can't see the different parts, and is difficult to separate.

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What is an alloy?

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An alloy is a solution of metal and another solid.

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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 in which the solute is dissolved to form a solution.

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What is the difference between a mixture and a compound?

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A mixture is a physical combination of substances, while a compound is a chemical combination of substances.

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What is filtration?

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A process used to separate solids from liquids in a heterogeneous mixture.

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What is evaporation?

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A process used to separate a solute from a solvent by heating the solution.