Give the points of difference between mixture and compound.
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Mixture 1. The components of a mixture may be present in any ratio. |
Compound 1. The components of a compound are always present in a fixed ratio by mass. |
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2. Mixture may be homogeneous or heterogeneous in nature. |
2. Compounds are always homogeneous. |
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3. The components of a mixture can be easily separated by simple physical or chemical means. |
3. The constituents (elements) of the compound cannot be separated either by physical or mechanical means. They can, however, be separated using heat or light (chemical means). |
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4. Components of the mixture can be easily seen with naked eye or with magnifying glass. |
4. Components of the compound can in no case be seen with naked eye or with a magnified lense. |
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5. The properties of a mixture are midway between those of its constituents. |
5. The properties of a compound are entirely different from those of its constituents. |
