UNIT 1

Solutions
INTRODUCTION
1.1. Homogeneous and Heterogeneous Mixtures
At the end of this lesson, you will:
⮚ Define the terms mixture, homogeneous and heterogeneous mixture,
solute, solvent, solution, suspension and colloids;
⮚ Distinguish between homogeneous and heterogeneous mixtures;
⮚ Describe Sulution, suspension and colloids;
 Mixture
Mixtures are combinations of two or more substances in which
each substance retains its own chemical identity and hence its own
properties.
1. A Homogeneous mixture is a mixture in which the composition
of the mixture is the same throughout.
Examples: Air, Sugar water, Rainwater, Vodka, Vinegar,
Dishwashing detergent, Steel
2. A Heterogeneous mixture has one or more visible boundaries
between the components.
3. Examples: Cereal in milk, Vegetable soup, Pizza, Blood, Gravel,
4. Ice in soda, Salad dressing, Mixed nuts,
5. Bowl of colored candies, Soil
Homogeneous vs Heterogeneous Mixture

Homogeneous mixture Heterogeneous mixture

It has a uniform composition It has a non-uniform composition

It has only one phase There are two or more phases

It can’t be separated out It can be separated out

physically physically

‘homo’ means the same ‘hetero’ means different

Example: a mixture of alcohol Example: a mixture of sodium

and water chloride and sand
 Questions

1. What is a heterogeneous mixture?

2. What is a homogeneous mixture?

3. Soft drink: Homogeneous or Heterogeneous mixture?

4. Is air homogeneous or heterogeneous?

5. What are heterogeneous and homogeneous mixture examples?

Solution, Colloids and Suspensions
►Definition of Solutions, colloids and suspension

⮚ Explain about Solution, Colloids and Suspensions

 Questions
Define the following terms:

a) Solutions

b) Solvent

c) Solute

d) Colloids

e) Suspensions
 Types of Solutions
At the end of this section, you will:
⮚ Explain the different types of solutions;
⮚ Give examples for each type of solution;
 Questions
1. Mention the types of solutions.
2. What are the possible physical states of solutes and solvents in each
type of solution?
3. Give at least one example to each type of solution.
4. Explain briefly how solid solutions are formed?
5. Copy the given table in your note book and write your answers in it: