Mixtures and Solutions

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What happens when a substance dissolves in water?

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The substance becomes evenly distributed in the water and can no longer be seen.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-2

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Is ocean water a solution?

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Yes, ocean water is a solution because it contains dissolved salts and other substances.

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What is the difference between a mixture and a solution?

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A mixture is a combination of two or more substances that retain their individual properties, while a solution is a homogeneous mixture where one substance is dissolved in another.

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Can a mixture be a solution?

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Yes, a solution is a type of mixture where one substance is dissolved in another.

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How can you separate a mixture of sand and salt?

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You can separate them by mixing with water, pouring through a sieve, and then evaporating the water.

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What is an example of a substance that is NOT a mixture?

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Water in a glass is NOT a mixture; it is a pure substance.

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What is a solute?

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A solute is the substance that is dissolved in a solution.

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What is a solvent?

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A solvent is the substance that dissolves the solute in a solution.

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What is the process of dissolving called?

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The process of dissolving is called dissolution.

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What is a homogeneous mixture?

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A homogeneous mixture is a mixture that has a uniform composition throughout.