Science Common Sense

1082 - What happens to the properties of a mixture when different substances are combined

When you combine different substances to make a mixture, some properties might change, while others don't. Here are some things that can happen:

1. New color: When you mix different colors, you can get a new color. Like mixing blue and red to make purple.
2. Different texture: Mixing two substances can change how it feels. Like mixing sand and water makes a muddy texture.
3. Smell: Some mixtures can have a new smell or a stronger smell.
4. Taste: If you mix food or drinks, the taste can change too.
5. Buoyancy: If you mix two substances, the new mixture might be able to float in water or sink.
6. Temperature: Some mixtures can get hotter or colder than the original substances.

But, some properties stay the same, like:

• The weight: The weight of the mixture is still the same as the total weight of the individual substances.
• The shape: Unless the mixture changes the texture, the overall shape stays the same.

Remember, each mixture is unique and can have different properties depending on the substances you combine!