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What is a simple definition of a mixture?
What is a simple definition of a mixture?
A mixture is a matter that can vary in composition.
What are the two main types of mixtures?
What are the two main types of mixtures?
The two main types of mixtures are heterogeneous and homogeneous.
Give an example of a heterogeneous mixture.
Give an example of a heterogeneous mixture.
An example of a heterogeneous mixture is a salad.
What separation method would you use to separate iron from a mixture?
What separation method would you use to separate iron from a mixture?
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What is distillation used for?
What is distillation used for?
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What is a solute in a solution?
What is a solute in a solution?
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What does the term 'mixture' imply about the substances involved?
What does the term 'mixture' imply about the substances involved?
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How might one separate salt from sand?
How might one separate salt from sand?
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Is a salad considered a compound? Why or why not?
Is a salad considered a compound? Why or why not?
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Study Notes
Mixtures
- Mixtures are matter with variable composition.
- Mixtures are demonstrably different from elements and compounds.
- Mixtures can be heterogeneous or homogeneous.
Objectives
- Recognize mixtures.
- Identify types of mixtures.
- Learn methods of separating mixtures.
What is a Mixture?
- A mixture is composed of two or more different substances that are not chemically combined.
- Mixtures demonstrate physical, not chemical changes.
- Examples include fruit salad, candy mix, and sand in water.
Types of Mixtures
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Heterogeneous Mixture: Substances are not evenly distributed.
- Components are noticeably different.
- Examples: sand and water, salad, oil and water.
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Homogeneous Mixture: Substances are uniformly distributed.
- Components are not visible.
- Examples: saltwater, tea, air.
Separating Mixtures
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Mechanical Separation: Separating mixtures through physical means (color, shape, etc.).
- Picking out colorful candies, separating iron filings with a magnet.
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Filtration: Used to separate solids from liquids.
- Sand and water are separated using a filter paper.
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Evaporation: Separating a solid dissolved in a liquid.
- Saltwater is heated, the water evaporates, leaving the salt behind.
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Separating Funnel: Used to separate immiscible liquids.
- Oil and water mixtures are separated using a separating funnel.
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Distillation: Separating liquids in a mixture based on boiling points.
- Different liquids in a mixture are separated based on differing boiling points.
Homework
- Create a mixture and develop a method to separate.
- Document the process with visuals (pictures or video).
Activity Examples
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Separating Iron Filings, Salt, and Sand: Magnet to remove iron, add water to dissolve salt, use filtration to separate salt from sand.
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Separating Palm Oil and Water: Utilize a separating funnel to separate the immiscible liquids.
Compound vs. Mixture
- Compounds are chemically bonded, whereas mixtures are not.
- Compounds have fixed proportions of elements.
- Mixtures can be separated via physical methods.
Additional Questions
- Which mixtures are compounds?
- Which categories can be separated easily?
- Is salad a compound?
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This quiz explores the concept of mixtures, including their definitions and distinguishing characteristics from elements and compounds. It covers the two main types of mixtures—heterogeneous and homogeneous—and delves into methods of separating them. Test your understanding of these essential concepts in chemistry.
