Exploring Solutions and Mixtures

Front

What is the main characteristic of a solution?

Back

It is a mixture where substances are evenly distributed.

Front

Which of the following is an example of a solution? Sand and water, Oil and water, Salt and water, Iron filings and sand

Back

Salt and water

Front

What happens to the mass of substances when they are combined into a solution?

Back

The mass remains the same.

Front

What best describes a physical change in a solution?

Back

The solute dissolves in the solvent.

Front

Identify the solute in a saltwater solution.

Back

Salt

Front

Type of mixture where components can be easily separated?

Back

Heterogeneous mixture

Front

How can you demonstrate that matter is conserved in a solution?

Back

By measuring the mass before and after mixing.

Front

What is the role of the solvent in a solution?

Back

It is the substance that dissolves the solute.

Front

What is a physical change when sugar is dissolved in water?

Back

The sugar particles spread evenly throughout the water.

Front

What type of mixture is formed when oil is added to water?

Back

Heterogeneous mixture