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 where each substance retains its own properties.

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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 happens to sand when mixed with water?

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Sand will settle to the bottom of the water.

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Which of the following is an example of a solution: saltwater or salad?

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Saltwater is an example of a solution.

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Which of the following is an example of a mixture: air or sugar water?

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Air is an example of a mixture.

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What will NOT dissolve in water: salt, rocks, or sugar?

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Rocks will NOT dissolve in water.

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What is the solute in a sugar-water solution?

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The solute is sugar.

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What is the solvent in a sugar-water solution?

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The solvent is water.

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Can you separate the components of a mixture?

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

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What is an example of a solid mixture?

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An example of a solid mixture is a salad.