The following are the differences between heterogeneous and homogenous mixtures.
| Heterogeneous mixture | Homogeneous mixture |
| All the particles are completely mixed and can be distinguished with the bare eyes or under a microscope. | Particles are uniformly distributed throughout the mixture |
| Irregular composition | Has a uniform composition |
| Noticeable boundaries of division. | No apparent boundaries of division |
| Example: seawater, blood, etc. | Example: rainwater, vinegar, etc. |
Which of the following are chemical changes?
(a) Growth of a plant
(b) Rusting of iron
(c) Mixing of iron filings and sand
(d) Cooking of food
(e) Digestion of food
(f) Freezing of water
(g) Burning of candle
Classify the following into elements, compounds and mixtures.
(a) Sodium
(b) Soil
(c) Sugar solution
(d) Silver
(e) Calcium carbonate
(f) Tin
(g) Silicon
(h) Coal
(i) Air
(j) Soap
(k) Methane
(l) Carbon dioxide
(m) Blood.
Which of the following will show the “Tyndall effect”?
(a) Salt solution
(b) Milk
(c) Copper sulphate solution
(d) Starch solution.
Identify the solutions among the following mixtures.
(a) Soil
(b) Sea water
(c) Air
(d) Coal
(e) Soda water
Which of the following materials fall into the category of "pure substance"?
(a) Ice
(b) Milk
(c) Iron
(d) Hydrochloric acid
(e) Calcium oxide
(f) Mercury
(g) Brick
(e) Wood
(f) Air.