How are solutions and compounds similar

Solutions and compounds are similar in that they are mixtures of elements. They are different in that solutions are made through physical means of mixing materials and can subsequently be separated through physical means such as boiling or filtering. Whereas compounds are created through a chemical process and can only be separated through a chemical process like combustion or electrolysis and once separated are only able to be recombined through a chemical process. 

It shows that the experiment is designed properly.