Categorise substances according to if they are a mixture or a solution with this cut-and-paste worksheet.
Mixture or Solution Worksheet
Do your students know the difference between a mixture and a solution? As your students are exploring different types of matter, it is important to understand the difference between them. Let’s take a quick look at how they are different.
- A mixture has 2 or more substances that have been put together but are not chemically combined.
- A solution has 2 or more substances that have been chemically combined and can not be separated.
With this cut-and-paste science worksheet, students must look at written examples and pictures and sort them according to whether they are a mixture or a solution. This worksheet gives students 12 examples to sort.
An answer key is included with your download to make grading fast and easy!
Tips for Differentiation + Scaffolding
In addition to independent student work time, use this worksheet as an activity for:
- Science centres
- Homework assignment
- Whole-class review (via smartboard)
If there are students who need a bit of a challenge, encourage them to write a written description of each picture example.
For students who need guidance, invite them to reference previous assignments, anchor charts, or posters. This activity can also be completed in a small group or with a peer tutor.
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Because this resource includes an answer sheet, we recommend you print one copy of the entire file. Then, make photocopies of the blank worksheet for students to complete.
This resource was created by Madison Evans, a teacher and Teach Starter Collaborator.
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