Mixtures & Solutions Vocabulary

Mixtures can be created only when two solids are combined.

• True

• False

When a solution is created, the solute dissolves into the solvent. What does the term dissolve mean?

• to grow larger until only one part of the substance exists

• to multiply until the solute takes over the solution

• to raise the temperature of a solution

• to break down into smaller pieces until it is invisible

Many different physical properties are used to describe matter. What is the physical property used to describe how likely a substance is to dissolve in water?

• solubility

• conductivity

• density

• color

Sarah is making Kool Aid for his friends. He stirs the Kool Aid mix into a pitcher of water until it dissolves. Which of the components of this solution is the solvent?

• Kool Aid mix

• Water

• The pitcher

• The spoon

Gabe and Mike are planning a party for their friends. They plan to serve both a mixture and a solution at their party. Which of these is a solution? Check ALL correct answers.

• Kool Aid

• Trail mix

• Pizza

• Chocolate milk

• Iced tea

Katie and Haley are making lemonade. Katie says the lemonade is too weak and tastes like water. Haley says they should add more solvent to make the lemonade taste stronger. Is Haley correct?

• Yes, Haley is correct. Adding more solvent will make the lemonade stronger or more concentrated.

• No, Haley is not correct. Adding solvent will make the lemonade weaker or more diluted. She should add more solute.

Mom serves mixed vegetables, including peas, carrots, and corn, with dinner. This side dish is classified as a _________.

• compound

• element

• mixture

• solution

When two or more substances combine, but each keeps its own properties, the new combination is called a(an)

• element

• mixture

• compound

• homogeneous substance

What forms when salt is dissolved in water?

• A compound

• A solution

• A molecule

• A mixture

What do you call the substance that dissolves in a solution?

• solute

• solvent

• matter

• molecules