What is the difference between homogeneous and heterogeneous mixtures?

The difference between heterogeneous and homogeneous mixtures is the degree at which the materials are mixed together and the uniformity of their composition. A homogeneous mixture is a mixture where the components that make up the mixture are uniformly distributed throughout the mixture. read more

A homogeneous mixture is one where all the components are uniformly distributed and a heterogeneous mixture is one where the components have localized regions with different properties. The difference simply lies in how materials are mixed together. read more

Unlike homogeneous mixtures, heterogeneous mixtures do not have the same composition throughout. Oil and water is a fine example of a heterogeneous mixture. When oil is mixed with water, the separation of two layers is visible to the eye. read more