The Particle Model of Matter

What You'll Learn

A mixture contains two or more substances that are not chemically combined. You can often separate a mixture using physical methods like filtering, evaporating, or using a magnet.

Key Words

temperature
melting point

Steps

Step 1 — Read

Read and learn: A mixture contains two or more substances that are not chemically combined. You can often separate a mixture using physical methods like filtering, evaporating, or using a magnet.

Step 2 — Do

Follow the procedure carefully, step by step.

Step 3 — Observe

Draw a picture of what you observe.

Step 4 — Record

Answer the questions based on your data.

Check Your Understanding

Question 1

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What is sublimation?