Which of the following correctly describes a mixture? (4 points) a The particles are chemically bonded together, and they retain their individual physical and chemical properties. b The particles are not chemically bonded, and they can only combine in certain set ratios. c The particles do not retain their individual chemical properties, and they can only be separated by chemical means. d The particles have no set ratio for how to combine, and they can be separated by physical means.

the answer is B the particles are not chemically bonded, they can only be combined in a certain set ratios

Explanation:

"among the transition metal elements, manganese and zinc have a slight lowering of electronegativities. the reason behind this is that the nuclear charges of these elements are slightly weaker than the other transition metal elements due to the way their valence electrons are filled up. both manganese and zinc have their valence electrons filled up to the 4th shell with 1 pair of electrons (4s2) completely occupying it. although the electrons in the 3rd shell (3d) are yet to be paired since the outer most shell is filled up, the ability of the nucleus to attract electrons is lessened. hence,   the electronegativity (or the ability to attract electrons) is lessened."