1. What Happens If You Mix Elements?

2. Gold is an element. An element cannot easily be changed into another element. However, elements can be combined to form a mixture. In a mixture, two or more types of matter are combined. Each type keeps its original chemical properties.

3. Peas + Carrots = a mixture of peas and carrots
Have you ever eaten a mixture of peas and carrots? The peas are still peas, and the carrots are still carrots. The ingredients of a mixture do not change their chemical properties.

4. Main Idea and Details What is the main idea of this passage?
What is one supporting detail that tells more about the main idea?
What is another detail?
Write a one sentence summary of the passage.

5. What is a mixture? Answer the question… With a partner
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6. mixture
Two or more types of matter are combined. Each type keeps its original properties.
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