Matter, Mixtures, and Solutions

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What is matter?

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Matter is anything that has mass and takes up space.

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What are the three states of matter?

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The three states of matter are solid, liquid, and gas.

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What is a mixture?

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A mixture is a combination of two or more substances that retain their individual properties.

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What is a solution?

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A solution is a homogeneous mixture where one substance is dissolved in another.

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How can you separate a mixture of sand and water?

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You can separate a mixture of sand and water by pouring it through a coffee filter.

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What happens to salt when it dissolves in water?

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When salt dissolves in water, it breaks down into its individual ions, but the mass of the salt remains the same.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process by which liquid turns into vapor.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process by which water vapor in the air turns into liquid water.

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What is the difference between a homogeneous and heterogeneous mixture?

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A homogeneous mixture has a uniform composition throughout, while a heterogeneous mixture has a non-uniform composition.

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What is an example of a physical property?

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An example of a physical property is color, boiling point, or density.