Types of Mixtures

Front

What is a mixture?

Back

A mixture is a combination of two or more substances where each substance retains its own properties.

Front

What are the two main types of mixtures?

Back

The two main types of mixtures are homogeneous mixtures and heterogeneous mixtures.

Front

Define homogeneous mixture.

Back

A homogeneous mixture is a mixture that has a uniform composition throughout, such as saltwater.

Front

Define heterogeneous mixture.

Back

A heterogeneous mixture is a mixture that does not have a uniform composition, such as salad.

Front

What is a colloid?

Back

A colloid is a mixture where tiny particles of one substance are dispersed in another substance, such as milk.

Front

What is an emulsion?

Back

An emulsion is a type of colloid formed when two liquids that do not mix are combined, such as oil and water.

Front

What does 'immiscible' mean?

Back

Immiscible means (of liquids) not forming a homogeneous mixture when added together.

Front

What does 'miscible' mean?

Back

Miscible means (of liquids) able to be mixed to form a homogeneous solution.

Front

What does 'soluble' mean?

Back

Soluble means capable of being dissolved, especially in water.

Front

What is a solute?

Back

A solute is the substance that is dissolved in a solution, such as acetic acid in vinegar.