Is a salad mechanical mixture?

* Heterogeneous Mixture: A mixture where the components are not evenly distributed and can be easily distinguished.

* Mechanical Mixture: A type of heterogeneous mixture where the components are physically combined but not chemically bonded.

A salad fits this definition because:

* Different Components: It contains various ingredients like lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, etc., each with its own distinct properties.

* Visually Separable: You can easily see and identify the different components of a salad.

* No Chemical Change: The ingredients in a salad are not chemically combined; they are simply mixed together.

Therefore, a salad is a mechanical mixture, a specific type of heterogeneous mixture.