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Solutions Homogeneous mixtures with uniform composition, where solutes dissolve in solvents. Solute The smaller portion of a solution that is dissolved within the solvent. Solvent The larger portion of a solution that dissolves the solute. Concentration Measurement of the amount of solute present in a given solution. Suspensions Heterogeneous mixtures with large particles that can settle out due to gravity. Colloids Homogeneous mixtures with intermediate-sized particles that remain suspended. Homogeneous Mixture A mixture with a uniform composition throughout. Heterogeneous Mixture A mixture with a non-uniform composition, where components are distinguishable. Particle Size The size of particles in a mixture, affecting whether they settle or remain suspended. Italian Salad Dressing An example of a suspension with visible particles like oil and herbs. Milk An example of a colloid with suspended fat and protein particles. Casein A protein found in milk that remains suspended in the liquid. Fat Particles Components in milk that remain suspended, contributing to its colloidal nature. Uniform Composition A consistent distribution of components throughout a mixture. Intermediate Particles Particles in colloids that are smaller than those in suspensions but larger than in solutions.