Multiple choice

Which of the following statements does not characterise mixtures?

  1. A mixture can be homogeneous or heterogeneous.

  2. A mixture has components in any proportion.

  3. Usually mixtures have sharp melting and boiling points.

  4. In a mixture, the components can be present in varying proportion.

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C Correct answer
Explanation

Since mixtures are made of more than one component, they do not have sharp melting and boiling points.