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Science-Mixtures
Term | Definition |
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mixture | two or more substances added together and can be separated by physical means |
solvent | substance that is present in the greater amount |
solute | substance that is present in the smaller amount |
alloy | a mixture of different types of metals |
heterogeneous mixtures | all samples of a mixture are different |
homogeneous mixtures | all samples of a mixture are the same |
heterogeneous suspensions | particles can be seen, are temporarily mixed in a liquid, and will separate if left standing |
homogeneous solution | particles cannot be seen and will not separate if left standing |
homogeneous colloid | properties between a solution and suspension, particles do not separate after standing, and can be seen |
heterogeneous examples | oil and vinegar, sand and water, raisin bread |
homogeneous examples | blood, soft drinks, gasoline, seawater |
colloid examples | smoke, milk, fog, mayonnaise, egg white, shaving cream |