Which statement describes the components of a mixture? 1.

Each component gains new properties.

2.

Each component loses its original properties.

3.

The proportions of components can vary.

4.

The proportions of components cannot vary.

3

The proportions of components can vary.

Explanation:

A mixture is a combination that has to do with two or more substances. Some characteristics or properties of mixtures are that the substances that are added together retain their properties.

Also, the proportion of the components can vary and the components can be separated.

Therefore, the answer to the question will be option 3 "The proportions of components can vary".

water at room temperature is flowing through a pipe with pressure taps located 10 ft apart along one section of the pipe, which are connected to a mercury (s=13.6) manometer.