Question detail
Which of the following best describes a mixture?
Try the question, check the answer, then read the explanation to understand the curriculum point.
At a glance
MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
A simple model of the atom, symbols, relative atomic mass, electronic charge and isotopes
Question
- A. A combination of elements that are chemically bonded
- B. Two or more elements or compounds that are not chemically combined
- C. A single type of atom
- D. A pure substance with a fixed composition
Answer
Two or more elements or compounds that are not chemically combined
Explanation
A mixture consists of two or more substances that retain their individual properties and are not chemically bonded.
Common mistake
Misunderstanding Crystallisation
Students often think that crystallisation can separate all types of mixtures, not just those with dissolved solids.
Remember that crystallisation specifically applies to separating dissolved solids from a solution, not all mixtures.
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