Multiple Choice
Which of the following is a chemical property?
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1. Intro to General Chemistry
Chemical Properties
Multiple Choice
Which term is commonly used to describe homogeneous mixtures of metals?
A
Compounds
B
Solutions
C
Elements
D
Alloys
Verified step by step guidance1
Understand the definition of a homogeneous mixture: it is a mixture that has a uniform composition throughout.
Recall that metals can be mixed together to form a uniform solid solution, where the different metal atoms are distributed evenly.
Recognize that such homogeneous mixtures of metals are commonly called 'alloys'.
Differentiate alloys from compounds, which have fixed chemical formulas and distinct chemical bonds, unlike mixtures.
Note that 'solutions' is a broader term that can apply to mixtures in any phase, but 'alloys' specifically refers to homogeneous mixtures of metals.
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