Matter exists in three states: solids, liquids, and gases. Particle arrangement determines state: solids have strong forces, liquids moderate, gases negligible. New states: plasma (electrons and ions) and Bose-Einstein condensate (atoms in single quantum state)
Solution is a homogeneous mixture of two or more substances. Solution consists of solute (dissolved substance) and solvent (dissolving component). Particles in solution are smaller than 1 nm in diameter
A mixture consists of two or more substances that can be separated by physical means. Unlike compounds, mixtures maintain their individual chemical properties. Mixtures can be separated using mechanical methods like filtration and distillation. No chemical bonding occurs between the substances in a mixture
Most substances are mixtures of two or more components. Separation techniques are used to remove unwanted materials
Solution is a homogeneous mixture of components with particles smaller than 1 nm. Solutions consist of solvent and solute components. Solvent dissolves solute, solute is dissolved in solvent. Solutions can be in solid, liquid or gas states
A mixture is a physical blend of two or more substances that maintain their identities. Components maintain their original properties and can be easily separated. The proportions of components vary in an indefinite manner