GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

Detailed explanation-1: -A heterogeneous mixture consists of two or more phases. When oil and water are combined, they do not mix evenly, but instead form two separate layers. Each of the layers is called a phase. In the case of vegetable soup, one phase would be the liquid soup itself.

Detailed explanation-2: -In a heterogeneous mixture, the particles are unevenly distributed.

Detailed explanation-3: -The substances in a heterogeneous mixture are not evenly mixed. In one part of the mixture, there may be more of one substance than in another part. Often, the different substances in such a mixture can be seen.

Detailed explanation-4: -There is no physical boundary between the components in homogeneous mixtures, so they appear as a single homogeneous phase. Unlike heterogenous mixtures, which have distinct boundaries between its constituents. Hence, homogenous mixtures have only one phase.

Detailed explanation-5: -There are two categories of heterogeneous mixtures: suspensions and colloids. Suspensions are mixtures that have larger particles that will separate into layers when left undisturbed. Colloids, by contrast, are substances that have particles mixed together that do not settle out but can be separated by chemical means.