Grade 5 · Science · Lesson 11

Mixtures & Solutions

When two or more substances are combined without forming a new substance, the result is a mixture. Each part of a mixture keeps its own properties, which means a mixture can usually be separated back into its parts using a physical method.

What this lesson teaches

1Distinguish between a mixture and a solution
2Identify the solute and solvent in a solution
3Give examples of heterogeneous and homogeneous mixtures
4Choose a method to separate a mixture

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