Solutions as Special Mixtures

Duration: 2½ Weeks / 8¾ Hours
NS CAPS, Page 15 and 53

After the completion of Topic 1 the learners will be able to:

  • describe what is meant by the term solution;
  • distinguish between soluble and insoluble substances;
  • describe what happens to different solids (soluble and insoluble) in solutions;
  • draw and label illustrations that show what happens to solids (soluble and insoluble) in solutions;
  • explain how a solute can be recovered from the solvent;
  • draw and label illustrations that show the process of how a solute can be recovered from a solution;
  • describe the process of crystallisation;
  • draw and label illustrations that show the process of crystallisation.

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toolsYou will need

Equipment

  • Computer / Tablet
  • Data projector
  • Speakers
  • Internet connection

Powerpoints and Photocopies

Available on category pages
  • PowerPoints
  • Worksheets
  • Quiz

School Resources

  • copper sulphate
  • water
  • 2 beakers
  • funnel
  • filter paper
  • evaporating dish
  • stand
  • Bunsen burner
  • Matches

Other

  • sugar
  • salt
  • sand
  • oil
  • vinegar
  • flour
  • containers
  • plastic spoons
  • pencils
  • string
  • food colouring