6.6B Mixtures and Solutions

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What is a solution?

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A solution is a homogeneous mixture where one substance (solute) is dissolved in another (solvent), such as sugar in water.

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What is a mixture?

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A mixture is a combination of two or more substances where each retains its own properties, such as sand and salt.

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How can you tell if a substance has dissolved in a liquid?

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You can tell a substance has dissolved when it spreads evenly throughout the liquid.

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What happens to the components of a mixture?

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The components of a mixture can be easily separated from one another.

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What is an example of a solution?

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An example of a solution is saltwater, where salt is dissolved in water.

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What is an example of a mixture?

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An example of a mixture is a salad, where different ingredients are combined but not chemically bonded.

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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, such as sugar in sugar water.

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What is the solvent in a solution?

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The solvent is the substance that dissolves the solute, such as water in sugar water.

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Can mixtures be homogeneous or heterogeneous?

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Yes, mixtures can be homogeneous (uniform composition) or heterogeneous (distinct, separate components).

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What is an example of a heterogeneous mixture?

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An example of a heterogeneous mixture is a bowl of cereal with milk, where the components are not uniformly distributed.