Separating mixtures

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What is a mixture?

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A mixture is a combination of two or more substances that are not chemically combined.

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What does it mean when a material is dissolved in a liquid?

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It means that the material has mixed evenly with the liquid and is no longer visible.

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What is filtration?

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Filtration is a process used to separate solid particles from a liquid by using a filter.

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What is a filter?

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A filter is a material that allows liquids to pass through but traps solid particles.

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What is an example of a filter?

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A teabag is an example of a filter.

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What does it mean if a liquid is clear?

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It means that no solid particles are visible in the liquid.

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What is a sieve?

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A sieve is a tool used to separate larger solid particles from smaller ones.

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What is sedimentation?

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Sedimentation is the process where solid particles settle at the bottom of a liquid.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process of turning a liquid into vapor.

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What is distillation?

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Distillation is a method used to separate liquids based on their boiling points.