Mixtures and Solutions

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What does it mean to dissolve?

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To form a solution by mixing evenly; break down into pieces too small to see.

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What is a mixture?

Back

A combination of 2 or more substances in which the substances keep their own physical properties.

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What does it mean to separate?

Back

To set or keep apart.

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What is solubility?

Back

The ability to dissolve into another substance.

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What is a solution?

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A mixture of 2 or more substances in which one dissolves into another substance.

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What is a solute?

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The substance that is dissolved in a solution.

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What is a solvent?

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The substance that does the dissolving in a solution.

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Can you give an example of a mixture?

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Sand and salt mixed together.

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Can you give an example of a solution?

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Saltwater, where salt dissolves in water.

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What happens when you mix oil and water?

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They form a mixture, but do not dissolve into each other.