Exploring Mixtures and Solutions Flashcard

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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 mixture where one substance (solute) is dissolved in another (solvent), like salt dissolved in water.

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How can you measure the concentration of a solution?

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By measuring the mass of the solute.

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What happens when a solution becomes saturated?

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No more solute can dissolve in the solvent.

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What is the mass of a solution?

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It is equal to the mass of the solute plus the mass of the solvent.

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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 heterogeneous mixture?

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A salad, where the ingredients are not uniformly mixed.

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What is an example of a homogeneous mixture?

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Saltwater, where the salt is evenly distributed.