Classify the following as elements, compounds, homogeneous solutions, or heterogeneous solutions....

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Classify the following as elements, compounds, homogeneous solutions, or heterogeneous solutions.

a. cough syrup

b. trail mix

c. platinum

d. epsom salt

e. Windex liquid window cleaner

Solutions, elements and compounds

An element is a single atom as notated on the periodic table of elements. A compound is composed of one or more elements. A solution is composed of one or more compounds and can be heterogeneous or homogeneous. A homogeneous solution is equal throughout whereas a heterogeneous solution is not equal throughout.

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a. cough syrup- homogenous solution (it is a solution that does not separate and is equal throughout)

b. trail mix- heterogenous solution (it is...

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