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 is a mixture?

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A mixture is a combination of two or more substances that are not chemically bonded.

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What is a solution?

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A solution is a special type of mixture where one substance (solute) is dissolved in another (solvent).

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process of a liquid turning into a gas.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process of a gas turning into a liquid.

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What is the solute in a solution?

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

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What is the solvent in a solution?

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

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How can you separate sand from water?

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You can separate sand from water by pouring the mixture through a coffee filter.

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What happens to the particles of a solute in a solution?

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The particles of the solute become very small and spread out evenly in the solvent.

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What is the effect of temperature on particle movement in liquids?

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Higher temperatures increase the movement of particles in liquids.