Mixtures and Solutions Practice

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What are physical properties?

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Physical properties are characteristics of a substance that can be observed and measured, such as color, shape, size, and state of matter.

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What happens when a substance dissolves in a liquid?

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When a substance dissolves, it spreads evenly throughout the liquid.

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What do you need to test the solubility of a substance?

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You need water to test the solubility of a substance.

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What is a mixture?

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A mixture is two or more substances combined that can be easily separated.

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What happens to sugar when it is added to water?

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Sugar changes its property when added to water, as it dissolves.

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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 is the difference between a mixture and a solution?

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A mixture can be separated easily, while a solution is a mixture where the solute is completely dissolved in the solvent.

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Can you name a solid that does not dissolve in water?

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Iron filings and sand are examples of solids that do not dissolve in water.

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What is solubility?

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Solubility is the ability of a substance to dissolve in a solvent at a given temperature and pressure.

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What is a solute?

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