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 separated.

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Is trail mix an example of a mixture?

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Yes

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Are jellybeans an example of a mixture?

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Yes

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What is a solution?

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A mixture where one substance is dissolved in another.

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Is lemonade an example of a solution?

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Yes

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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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Can mixtures be separated?

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Yes, mixtures can be separated by physical means.

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What is an example of a solid mixture?

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Trail mix, which contains nuts, fruits, and chocolate.

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What is an example of a liquid solution?

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Lemonade, which is made by dissolving sugar in water.