Question

Table 2.5 Differences between compounds and mixtures
Mixtures
Compounds
1. Components are
combined chemically.
2. Components are in fixed
ratio or proportion.
3. Components cannot be
separated by physical
processes.
4. Components do not retain
their own properties.
1. Components are mixed
mechanically.
2. Components are in any
proportion
3. Components can be
separated by physical
processes.
4. Components retain their
own properties.​

Answer 1

Answer:

Mixtures are composed of variable proportions of molecules and atoms. Compounds are homogeneous forms of matter. Their constituent elements (atoms and/or ions) are always present in fixed proportions (1:1 depicted here).