Scientific Method and Its Components Flashcard

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What is a heterogeneous mixture?

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A mixture that contains regions with different properties.

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What is a homogeneous mixture?

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A mixture that has a uniform composition throughout.

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What is a property of liquids?

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Liquids have a definite volume but no fixed shape.

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What is chromatography used for?

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Chromatography is a method used to separate components of a mixture, such as ink.

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What happens when salt water is distilled?

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No chemical change occurs; it is a physical change.

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What is a property of solids?

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Solids have a definite shape and volume.

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What is filtration?

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A method used to separate solids from liquids or gases using a filter.

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What is distillation?

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A process used to separate components of a liquid mixture based on different boiling points.

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What is evaporation?

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The process of turning from liquid into vapor.

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What is a compound?

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A substance formed when two or more elements are chemically bonded together.