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Question
What is meant by (i) homogeneous mixtures, and (ii) heterogeneous mixtures ? Give two examples of homogeneous mixtures and two of heterogenous mixtures.
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Solution
- Homogeneous mixtures: Mixtures in which the constituting substances are mixed together completely and are indistinguishable from one another are called homogeneous mixtures. Such mixtures have a homogeneous composition of their substances throughout the solution. Examples: Sugar solution, salt solution
- Heterogeneous mixtures: Heterogeneous mixtures are mixtures in which the constituting substances remain separated and one substance is spread throughout the other substance as small particles, droplets or bubbles. Examples: Starch solution, soap solution
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