Mixtures and Solutions Practice

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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), such as salt in water.

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What is a mixture?

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A mixture is a combination of two or more substances that can be separated by physical means.

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Is saltwater a solution or a mixture?

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Saltwater is a solution because the salt is dissolved in the water.

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What is an example of a mixture?

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An example of a mixture is a salad, where different ingredients are combined but not chemically bonded.

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What is a solute?

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A solute is the substance that is dissolved in a solution, such as salt in saltwater.

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What is a solvent?

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A solvent is the substance that dissolves the solute, such as water in saltwater.

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Can mixtures be separated?

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Yes, mixtures can be separated by physical methods such as filtration, evaporation, or using a magnet.

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What is trail mix an example of?

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Trail mix is an example of a mixture because it contains various ingredients that are not chemically combined.

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Are jellybeans a mixture?

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Yes, jellybeans are a mixture because they consist of different ingredients that can be separated.

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What tool can be used to separate mixtures?

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Tools like filters or sieves can be used to separate mixtures.