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Solutions are mixtures, but mixtures are not solutions.

It's exactly analogous to "cats are animals, but animals are not cats" ... that is, every cat is an animal, but not every animal is a cat. Cats (and solutions) have specific properties that are not shared by all animals (or mixtures).

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Are mixtures and solutions similar?

Mixtures and Solutions are the same because they both use each other to do what they do. Solutions use Mixtures because you have to mix things together that are solutions to get solutions. Although mixtures don't need solutions to do anything solutions are very helpful.


Are all solutions mixture's and all mixtures solutions?

No. A solution is a homogeneous mixture -- in which the components have the same composition throughout, down to the molecular level. Salt water and air are examples of solutions. Many mixtures are not homogenous. Rocks and oil-based salad dressing are examples of mixtures that are not solutions.<br>


Are All gaseous mixtures solutions?

Yes, all gaseous mixtures are solutions because they are homogeneous mixtures of two or more gases where the components are uniformly distributed at a molecular level.


In what ways do solutions differ from mixtures?

Solutions are a type of mixture where the components are evenly distributed at a molecular level, while mixtures can have uneven distribution of components. Solutions have a single phase, while mixtures can have multiple phases.


Compare and contrast solutions and mixtures?

Solutions are homogeneous mixtures where one substance is dissolved in another, forming a single phase with the same properties throughout. Mixtures, on the other hand, can be homogeneous (like solutions) or heterogeneous, where the components remain distinct. Mixtures can have varying compositions, while solutions have a specific solute-solvent ratio.

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Are mixtures solutions?

mixtures are solutions.they are solutions because when the substace of a solid dissolves from a liquid it becomes a solution. Note: solutions are not mixtures.....mixtures are solutions


Is all mixtures are solutions true or false and why?

false all solutions are mixtures but not all mixtures are solutions


Are mixtures solutions and mixtures?

yes!


How are solutions and suspensions different?

Solutions are homogeneous mixtures; suspensions are heterogeneous mixtures;


Are all mixtures solutions and why?

No mixtures are solvents


How are solution and compound mixtures similar?

they arent.


Are all solution mixtures?

Yes, all solutions are by definition mixtures.


Are mixtures and solutions similar?

Mixtures and Solutions are the same because they both use each other to do what they do. Solutions use Mixtures because you have to mix things together that are solutions to get solutions. Although mixtures don't need solutions to do anything solutions are very helpful.


What are some different mixtures and solutions?

All solutions are mixtures but not all mixtures are solutions. Milk is a Mixtures of protein, fat, lactose and minerals in the form of colloids. Chocolate drink is a mixtures of suspense solid and milk (colloids) with sugar (solution).


What are some differences in mixtures and solutions?

All solutions are mixtures but not all mixtures are solutions. Milk is a Mixtures of protein, fat, lactose and minerals in the form of colloids. Chocolate drink is a mixtures of suspense solid and milk (colloids) with sugar (solution).


What is one way that solutions are different from other mixture?

Some mixtures can be easily separated and some mixtures can't be easily separated.


What is one way that solutions different from other mixtures?

One way that solutions are different from other mixtures is that solutions' substances are much harder to separate compared to mixtures. -Professor Sammy