Heterogeneous vs Homogeneous

Definitions:

The prefix “homo” – indicate sameness

Homogeneous – A homogeneous mixture has the same uniform appearance throughout. Many homogeneous mixtures are commonly referred to as solutions.

Definitions:

The prefix “hetero” – indicate difference

Heterogeneous - A heterogeneous mixture consists of visibly different substances or phases. The three phases or states of matter are gas, liquid, and solid.

Identification Chart

Fixed composition? Can be broken down chemically?

Uniform properties?

If not, it’s an elementIf so it’s a compound

If not, it’s ahomogeneous mixture

If not, it’s a heterogeneous

mixture

YES YES

What is it?

Cheerios

Homogeneous

What is it?

Trail Mix

Heterogeneous

What is it?

Kool - Aid

Homogeneous

What is it?

Water

Homogeneous

What is it?

White Vinegar

Homogeneous

What is it?

Italian Salad Dressing

Heterogeneous

Try these………..

Raisin Bran

Orange Juice

Air

Chunky Soup

Hamburger

Cake Batter

Paint

Salad

Mineral Rock

Answers: Raisin Bran – heterogeneous Orange Juice – homogeneous Air – heterogeneous Chunky Soup – heterogeneous Hamburger – heterogeneous Cake Batter – homogeneous Paint – homogeneous Salad – heterogeneous Mineral Rock - heterogeneous