Mixtures and Solutions

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What is a mixture?

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A combination of two or more substances where each keeps its own properties.

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What is a solution?

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A mixture where one substance dissolves in another, forming a homogeneous mixture.

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What is a solute?

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The substance that is dissolved in a solution.

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What is a solvent?

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The substance that dissolves the solute in a solution.

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Can mixtures be easily separated?

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Yes, mixtures can be easily separated into their individual components.

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What is an example of a mixture that is not a solution?

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A salad, where the ingredients maintain their individual properties.

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What happens to the properties of substances in a mixture?

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The substances in a mixture maintain their physical properties when combined.

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What is an example of a solution?

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Saltwater, where salt dissolves in water.

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What is the difference between a mixture and a solution?

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In a mixture, substances retain their properties; in a solution, one substance dissolves in another.

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What is filtration?

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A method used to separate solid particles from a liquid in a mixture.