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Questions
List the points of differences between homogeneous and heterogeneous mixtures with examples.
Differentiate between homogeneous and heterogeneous mixtures with examples.
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Solution
| Sr. No. | Homogeneous mixture | Heterogeneous mixture |
| 1. | All the components of the mixture are uniformly mixed. | All the components of the mixture are not thoroughly mixed. |
| 2. | No separation boundaries are visible. | Separation boundaries are visible. |
| 3. | It consists of a single phase. | It consists of two or more phases. |
| 4. | Example: Sugar dissolved in water. | Examples: Air, sand and common salt. |
| 5. | The ingredients cannot be separated easily. | Mixtures are easier to place because there are separation boundaries between the materials present. |
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