Question

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A _____ shows the properties of constituent substances.

Answer 1

1. Mixture: The substance having two or more elements or compounds which combine physically and not chemically are called mixtures
2. Since elements and compounds do not react chemically, their properties remain in the mixture.
3. Various substances present in the mixture are known as the constituents or components of the mixture.
4. Example: 1. Brine is a mixture of common salt in water.
   2. Air is a mixture of gases like Oxygen ($\mathrm{O}$), Nitrogen ($\mathrm{N}$), Argon ($\mathrm{Ar}$), Carbon dioxide (${\mathrm{CO}}_2$), water vapour.

Therefore, A Mixture shows the properties of constituent substances.