What is another word for mechanical mixture?
Pronunciation: [mɪkˈanɪkə͡l mˈɪkst͡ʃə] (IPA) 
Mechanical mixture is a term used in chemistry to describe a sample that contains two or more substances that have not undergone any chemical reaction, but are simply mixed together physically. Some synonyms for mechanical mixture include physical mixture, simple mixture, heterogeneous mixture, and non-homogeneous mixture. These terms all refer to a mixture that can be separated into its individual components by physical means, without the need for any chemical reaction or change in the substance's chemical properties. Mechanical mixtures can be created intentionally or occur naturally, and they are commonly found in everyday life, such as in salads, trail mix, and soil.
