Mixtures and Solutions

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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 bonded together. Each substance retains its own properties.

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What is a solution?

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A solution is a special type of mixture where one substance (the solute) is completely dissolved in another substance (the solvent).

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What is a solute?

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A solute is the substance that is dissolved in a solution. For example, salt is the solute in saltwater.

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What is a solvent?

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A solvent is the substance that dissolves the solute in a solution. Water is a common solvent.

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What is the difference between a mixture and a solution?

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In a mixture, the substances can be separated easily and retain their properties, while in a solution, the solute is completely dissolved in the solvent.

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Can mixtures be separated?

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Yes, mixtures can be separated by physical means such as filtering, evaporating, or using a magnet.

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What is an example of a heterogeneous mixture?

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An example of a heterogeneous mixture is a salad, where the different ingredients can be seen and separated.

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What is an example of a homogeneous mixture?

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An example of a homogeneous mixture is air, which has a uniform composition throughout.

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What does it mean to dissolve?

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To dissolve means to mix a solute with a solvent until the solute is no longer visible and is evenly distributed.

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What is saturation in a solution?

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Saturation occurs when no more solute can dissolve in the solvent at a given temperature.