Mixtures and Solutions

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What is a mixture?

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A mixture is two or more substances mixed together, but the atoms are not chemically bonded.

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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).

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What results in new chemical properties?

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Baking cookies results in new chemical properties due to the chemical reactions that occur.

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What is magnetic attraction?

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Magnetic attraction is the force that pulls certain metals, like iron, towards a magnet.

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What is an example of a physical change?

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A change in shape is an example of a physical change.

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What is filtration?

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Filtration is a process used to separate solids from liquids by passing the mixture through a filter.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process where a liquid changes into a gas, often leaving solid components behind.

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What is distillation?

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Distillation is a method used to separate mixtures based on differences in boiling points.

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What is a solute?

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A solute is a substance that is dissolved in a solution.

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What is a solvent?

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A solvent is the substance in which the solute is dissolved to form a solution.