Types of Mixtures Quiz

A ______ is a physical combination of two or more substances.

• mixture
• salt

• chemical property

• Physical property

Mixtures that have parts that are not uniformly mixed together are called mixtures.

• homogeneous

• heterogeneous

Smoke is an example of a ______ because its suspended particles are small enough that they do not settle.

• colloid

• suspension

• mixture

• matter

• solution

Explain the difference between a homogeneous and a heterogeneous mixture.

• A homogeneous mixture is always solid, while a heterogeneous mixture is always liquid.
• A homogeneous mixture has a uniform composition, while a heterogeneous mixture has a non-uniform composition.
• A homogeneous mixture can be easily separated into its components, while a heterogeneous mixture cannot.
• A homogeneous mixture has distinct layers, while a heterogeneous mixture is completely blended.

Rebecca made a mixture of raisins, nuts, and dried fruit for a snack. Which kind of mixture was Rebecca’s snack?

• solution

• colloid

• heterogeneous mixture

• suspension

While sitting in your house, you notice that there are particles of dust floating in the air. These particles of dust that are suspended in the air are an example of a(n) ______.

• aerosol
• solution

• homogenous

• suspension

A mixture of gravel and sand is an example of a .

• heterogeneous mixture

• homogeneous mixture

When salt is placed in a glass of water and dissolves, it is an example of a .

• solid

• solution

• aerosol

• gas

Which of the following would make sugar dissolve faster in a cup of water?

• Add cold water and stir.

• Let water evaporate away.

• Add warm water and stir.

• Add more sugar and stir.

You pour two different types of cereal into one bowl. Is this an example of a mixture or a solution? Explain.

• mixture
• compound
• suspension
• emulsion