Question

In a mixture, the constituents do not lose their identities. Explain?

Answer 1

Mixture:

• A mixture is an impure substance.
• A mixture consists of two or more substances that are not combined chemically.
• A mixture may be homogeneous or heterogeneous.
• A mixture does not have any specific properties of its own. Each constituent exhibits its original properties.
• For example, oxygen in the air supports burning, but nitrogen helps in the formation of proteins.
• Due to this, in a mixture, the constituents do not lose their identities that is, a mixture retains the characteristics of its constituent.