
Pure Substances and Mixtures
Quiz by WENDY OLIVER
Grade 6
Science (2021)
Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS)
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- Q1What is a defining characteristic of a pure substance?It can be separated into components by physical means.It has a fixed composition and definite properties.It consists of visibly different parts.It is always a liquid.30sSCI.6.6B
- Q2In which type of mixture are the different components easily seen and separated?SolutionPure substanceHeterogeneous mixtureHomogeneous mixture30sSCI.6.6B
- Q3Which of the following is an example of a homogeneous mixture?Sand and iron filingsSugar dissolved in waterGranola barOil and water30sSCI.6.6B
- Q4Which statement best describes a solution?A solution is a mixture with easily visible components.A solution consists of two or more substances mixed but not dissolved.A solution is a homogeneous mixture where one substance is dissolved in another.A solution is a pure substance with a fixed composition.30sSCI.6.6B
- Q5Which of the following is a characteristic of heterogeneous mixtures?They consist of only one type of atom.They have a uniform composition throughout.The components are chemically bonded together.The components can often be seen and separated easily.30sSCI.6.6B
- Q6Which of the following describes a pure substance?It can be separated by physical processes.It has a uniform and definite composition.It has visible different parts under a microscope.It consists of multiple substances mixed together.30sSCI.6.6B
- Q7What type of mixture is air classified as?Heterogeneous mixturePure substanceCompoundHomogeneous mixture30sSCI.6.6B
- Q8Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of homogeneous mixtures?The components remain visibly separate.The mixture is uniform throughout.The composition is the same throughout the sample.The substances are evenly distributed.30sSCI.6.6B
- Q9Which of the following is an example of a pure substance?Trail mixMudSaltwaterDistilled water30sSCI.6.6B
- Q10Which mixture is an example of a heterogeneous mixture?SaltwaterPizzaVinegarTea30sSCI.6.6B