Mixtures (Grade 10 NSC Matric Physical Sciences): Flashcards
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Definition of a mixture
Definition of a mixture
Blend of 2+ substances not chemically joined together
Ratio of substances in a mixture
Ratio of substances in a mixture
Not fixed; can be combined in any proportion
Properties of substances in a mixture
Properties of substances in a mixture
Each substance retains its original characteristics
How mixture components are separated
How mixture components are separated
By physical/mechanical means, not chemical reactions
Definition of heterogeneous mixture
Definition of heterogeneous mixture
Non-uniform; substances not evenly distributed
Definition of homogeneous mixture
Definition of homogeneous mixture
Uniform throughout; components evenly distributed
Name for liquid-liquid heterogeneous mixture
Name for liquid-liquid heterogeneous mixture
Emulsion
Name for solid-liquid heterogeneous mixture
Name for solid-liquid heterogeneous mixture
Suspension
Name for gas-liquid heterogeneous mixture
Name for gas-liquid heterogeneous mixture
Aerosol
Example of solid homogeneous mixture
Example of solid homogeneous mixture
Alloys (e.g., steel)