10 Questions
What is the primary difference between a mixture and a compound?
The primary difference between a mixture and a compound is that a compound is a new material formed by connected particles, whereas a mixture is not a new material and the particles can be easily separated.
What happens to the particles when they combine to form a compound?
When particles combine to form a compound, they become connected in new ways that are difficult to undo.
Can a mixture be easily separated into its original components?
Yes, a mixture can be easily separated into its original components, unlike a compound.
What does the process of 'un-mixing' a substance reveal about its composition?
The process of 'un-mixing' a substance reveals whether it is a true mixture or a compound.
What is the result of combining particles to form a mixture?
When particles combine to form a mixture, they do not create a new material, and the resulting mixture can be easily separated into its original components.
What can you still see in one kind of mixture?
the bits of the materials that make up the mixture
What happens to the bits of materials in a mixture of marbles and squares?
They haven't changed.
What is the appearance of the bits of materials in a mixture?
They look the same as they did at the beginning
What activity is used to illustrate one kind of mixture?
The 'Try This' activity
What is the characteristic of the bits of materials in a mixture?
They are unchanged
Learn the key differences between mixtures and compounds, and how particles combine to form new materials. Understand the properties of each and how they are formed.
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