FOSS: Mixtures and Solutions Investigation 1 Review

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What is a solution?

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A solution is a mixture where one substance (the solute) is completely dissolved in another substance (the solvent), resulting in a homogeneous mixture. Example: Juice is a solution of sugar and water.

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What happens when a solid dissolves in a liquid?

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When a solid dissolves in a liquid, it breaks down into smaller particles and becomes part of the liquid, making a solution. Example: Kool-Aid powder dissolves 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 substance retains its own properties. Example: Chex Mix is a mixture of different snacks.

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What is the mass of a solution made from 80 mL of water and 20 g of solid?

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The mass of the solution is 100 g, which is the sum of the mass of the water (80 g) and the mass of the solid (20 g).

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What do you need to create a salt solution?

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To create a salt solution, you need to mix salt with water.

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What is a solute?

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A solute is the substance that is dissolved in a solution. Example: Sugar is the solute in sweetened tea.

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What is a solvent?

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A solvent is the substance that dissolves the solute in a solution. Example: Water is the solvent in saltwater.

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What is the difference between a mixture and a solution?

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A mixture can have components that are not uniformly distributed and retain their properties, while a solution is a uniform mixture where the solute is completely dissolved.

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What happens to the properties of a solute when it dissolves?

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When a solute dissolves, it loses its individual properties and becomes part of the solution. Example: Saltwater does not taste like salt alone.

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Can you separate the components of a mixture?

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Yes, the components of a mixture can be separated by physical means, such as filtering or sorting.