Worksheet activity to identify mixtures versus solutions using real-life examples.

1. Water with coins: This is a mixture. The coins do not dissolve in water and can be easily separated from it by pouring or filtering.
2. Water with sand: This is a mixture. Sand does not dissolve in water; it settles at the bottom or can be filtered out.
3. Water with salt: This is a solution. Salt dissolves completely in water, forming a homogeneous mixture that cannot be separated by filtration.
4. Water with sugar: This is a solution. Sugar dissolves completely in water, creating a uniform mixture.
5. Water with flour: This is a mixture. Flour does not fully dissolve; it forms a suspension or paste and can be separated by settling or filtering.
6. Water with ice cubes: This is a mixture. Ice is solid water, so while it’s the same substance, it’s in a different physical state and can be separated as it melts or is removed physically.