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Question
What is the major difference between a solution and an ordinary mixture ?
Solution
A mixture is a substance that consists of two or more elements or compounds in any proportion, which might be distinct or indistinct. On the other hand, a solution is an example of homogenous mixture, i.e., substances in the solution are completely mixed and are indistinguishable.
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