Give the differences between mixture and compound.

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Shiksha Nation · Accepted Answer

Mixture


Compound




1. Impure matter


1. Pure matter.




2. Constituents combine in any ratio to form mixture.


2. Constituents combine in fixed ratio to form a compound.




3. Constituents retain their properties.


3. Constituents do not retain their properties as a new substance is formed.




4. Constituents can be separated by physical processes.


4. Constituents cannot be separated by physical processes.

Mixture	Compound
1. Impure matter	1. Pure matter.
2. Constituents combine in any ratio to form mixture.	2. Constituents combine in fixed ratio to form a compound.
3. Constituents retain their properties.	3. Constituents do not retain their properties as a new substance is formed.
4. Constituents can be separated by physical processes.	4. Constituents cannot be separated by physical processes.

Give the differences between mixture and compound.

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