Heterogeneous and Homogeneous Mixtures

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What is a heterogeneous mixture?

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A mixture where the components are not evenly distributed and can be easily distinguished.

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What is a homogeneous mixture?

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A mixture where the components are evenly distributed and cannot be easily distinguished.

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Give an example of a heterogeneous mixture.

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Dirt, salad, or M&Ms.

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Give an example of a homogeneous mixture.

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Saltwater or air.

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What is the main characteristic of a heterogeneous mixture?

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The components are not uniform and can be separated physically.

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What is the main characteristic of a homogeneous mixture?

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The components are uniform and appear as a single phase.

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Is chicken soup a homogeneous or heterogeneous mixture?

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Heterogeneous mixture.

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What happens to the components of a homogeneous mixture when mixed?

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They become indistinguishable from one another.

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Can a homogeneous mixture be a solution?

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Yes, all solutions are homogeneous mixtures.

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What is an example of a solution?

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Sugar dissolved in water.