Why would sand and water be an example of a heterogeneous mixture?

Select all that apply.

Chemical bonds are formed between the sand and water.

The mixture does not have a uniform appearance.

The mixture does not maintain a uniform composition.

The sand stays suspended in the water.

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Mary Fischer

Chemistry

14 September, 02:00

Why would sand and water be an example of a heterogeneous mixture?

Select all that apply.

Chemical bonds are formed between the sand and water.

The mixture does not have a uniform appearance.

The mixture does not maintain a uniform composition.

The sand stays suspended in the water.

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Oliver Cuevas · Answer 1

The mixture does not maintain a uniform composition. A homogeneous mixture really is the same anywhere you sample it, while sand generally settles out of water when given the chance and there's likely more sand at the bottom than at the top.

Why would sand and water be an example of a heterogeneous mixture?Select all that apply.Chemical bonds are formed between the sand and water.The mixture does not have a uniform appearance.The mixture does not maintain a uniform composition.The sand stays suspended in the water.

Why would sand and water be an example of a heterogeneous mixture?

Select all that apply.

Chemical bonds are formed between the sand and water.

The mixture does not have a uniform appearance.

The mixture does not maintain a uniform composition.

The sand stays suspended in the water.