Separating Matter

Separating Matter

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Multiple Choice

What type of matter cannot be broken down?

• elements

• compounds

• heterogeneous mixtures

• homogeneous mixtures

Multiple Choice

What is the name of the process used to chemically break apart a compound?

• electrophoresis

• chromatography

• electrolysis

• filtration

Open Ended

List some physical properties. Think about ways of measuring objects and describing objects.

Open Ended

How can you separate a mixture of sand and water?

Multiple Choice

Why is filtration a good choice for separating sand and water?

• It is a homogeneous mixture

• It is a heterogeneous mixture

• It is magnetic

• They have different boiling points.

Multiple Choice

What kind substance is oil and water?

• Homogeneous mixture

• Heterogeneous mixture

• element

• compound

Open Ended

How can you purify water?

Multiple Choice

What physical property does distillation rely on?

• magnetism

• boiling point

• particle size

• attraction to the paper

Open Ended

What is the difference between fractional distillation and distillation?

Open Ended

What is chromatography used for?