Amplify Modeling Matter Chapter 3 Flashcard

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What is an emulsifier?

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An emulsifier is a substance that helps to mix two liquids that usually do not mix well, such as oil and water.

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What is a stable mixture?

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A stable mixture is a combination of substances that remains mixed and does not separate over time.

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What does it mean if a solid is soluble in a liquid?

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If a solid is soluble in a liquid, it means that the solid can dissolve in the liquid to form a solution.

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True or False: Some liquids hold together more than others.

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True. Different liquids have different levels of cohesion.

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What is an unstable mixture?

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An unstable mixture is a combination of substances that separates over time.

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What is a solvent?

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A solvent is a substance, usually a liquid, that dissolves a solute to form a solution.

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What is a solute?

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A solute is a substance that is dissolved in a solvent to form a solution.

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Give an example of a stable mixture.

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An example of a stable mixture is salad dressing that does not separate.

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What happens when you add an emulsifier to oil and water?

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The emulsifier helps the oil and water to mix and stay mixed.

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What is the difference between a stable and unstable mixture?

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A stable mixture stays mixed, while an unstable mixture separates over time.