Mixtures and Solutions End of Year Flashcard

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What is a mixture?

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A mixture is a combination of two or more substances where each substance retains its own properties.

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What is a solution?

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

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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 sugar in water.

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What is a solvent?

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A solvent is the substance that dissolves the solute in a solution, such as water in sugar water.

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What is a homogeneous mixture?

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A homogeneous mixture is a mixture that has a uniform composition throughout, like saltwater.

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What is a heterogeneous mixture?

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A heterogeneous mixture is a mixture where the components can be seen and separated, like a salad.

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Can solutions be separated back into their original ingredients?

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True, but only through specific methods like evaporation or distillation.

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What is a sieve/strainer used for?

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A sieve/strainer is used to separate larger particles from smaller ones in a mixture.

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What is an example of a homogeneous mixture?

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Ocean water is an example of a homogeneous mixture.

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What is an example of a heterogeneous mixture?

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A mixture of peanuts, raisins, and chocolate pieces is an example of a heterogeneous mixture.