Mixtures can be classified as homogeneous or heterogeneous . Mixtures are composed of substances that are not chemically combined.
Homogeneous mixtures are solutions. The components of a solution are evenly distributed throughout, so that every part of the solution is the same. The components that make up a solution include one or more solutes dissolved in a solvent. Solutes can be solids, liquids, or gases, and solvents can also be solids, liquids or gases.
Brass is an example of a solid/solid solution, saline solution is an example of a solid/liquid solution, diluted ethanol is an example of a liquid/liquid solution. There are many examples of solutions. The components of a solution can be separated by physical means, such as distillation, evaporation, and chromatography, among others.