Emulsifiers Vocabulary Review

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What is a mixture?

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Matter that is made of more than one substance.

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What is a stabilizer?

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Something used to help keep a mixture stable and not break down.

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What is a stable mixture?

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A mixture where the particles do not settle or separate.

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What is a model in science?

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A representation of an object scientists use to answer questions about the real world.

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What is an emulsifier?

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A substance used to help bond oil and water in foods.

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What is the role of an emulsifier in food?

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To help mix and stabilize oil and water, preventing separation.

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Can you give an example of a mixture?

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Salad dressing, which combines oil, vinegar, and spices.

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What happens to a mixture without a stabilizer?

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It may separate into its individual components.

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What is the difference between a mixture and a solution?

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A mixture contains multiple substances that can be separated, while a solution is a homogeneous mixture where one substance is dissolved in another.

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What is an example of a stabilizer?

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Xanthan gum, often used in salad dressings and sauces.