Mixtures and Solutions Review

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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 and can be separated by physical means.

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What is a solution?

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

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What is magnetism?

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Magnetism is a physical property that allows certain materials, like iron, to be attracted to magnets, making it useful for separating magnetic materials from non-magnetic ones.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process by which a liquid turns into a gas, often used to separate a solute from a solvent in a solution.

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What is solubility?

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Solubility is the ability of a substance (solute) to dissolve in a solvent, forming a solution.

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What happens to water at 0°C?

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At 0°C, water freezes and turns into ice, changing from a liquid to a solid.

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How can you separate salt from water?

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You can separate salt from water by evaporating the water, leaving the salt behind.

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What is a physical change?

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A physical change is a change in the state or appearance of a substance without altering its chemical composition.

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What is a chemical change?

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A chemical change involves a transformation that alters the chemical composition of a substance, resulting in new substances.

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What is filtration?

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Filtration is a method used to separate solids from liquids or gases using a filter that allows only the fluid to pass through.