Chemistry: Compounds and Mixtures

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What is the definition of an element?

A mixture of different compounds.

A substance that can be separated by physical means.

A pure substance containing only one kind of atom. (correct)

A pure substance containing two or more kinds of elements.

What describes a compound?

A mixture of different elements or compounds.

A pure substance containing two or more kinds of elements. (correct)

A pure substance containing only one kind of atom.

A substance that cannot be separated into simpler materials.

Which option correctly defines mixtures?

Two or more compounds or elements NOT chemically combined. (correct)

Two or more compounds or elements that are chemically combined.

A pure substance that cannot be separated by physical means.

A pure substance containing two or more kinds of elements.

What type of substance is diamond?

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What type of substance is air?

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What type of substance is water (H2O)?

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What type of substance is ammonia (NH3)?

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What type of substance is wood?

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What type of substance is dry ice (CO2)?

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What type of substance is sugar (C6H12O6)?

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What type of substance is sulfuric acid (H2SO4)?

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What type of substance is bismuth (Bi)?

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What type of substance is milk?

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What type of substance is gasoline?

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What type of substance is uranium (U)?

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What type of substance is titanium (Ti)?

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What type of substance is iron (Fe)?

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What type of substance is popcorn?

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What type of substance is pizza?

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What type of substance is concrete?

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Study Notes

Elements

A pure substance with only one type of atom.
Always homogeneous and uniform throughout.
Cannot be chemically separated; nuclear reactions can split them.
Over 100 elements identified on the Periodic Table.

Compounds

A pure substance composed of two or more different elements.
Atoms in a compound are chemically bonded.
Typically form molecules, though not exclusively.
Always homogeneous and cannot be separated by physical methods; requires a chemical reaction.
Possess properties that differ from the individual elements.

Mixtures

Consist of two or more compounds or elements that are not chemically combined.
No chemical reactions occur between components.
Mixtures can be heterogeneous (non-uniform) or homogeneous (uniform), known as solutions.
Can be separated into individual components through physical or chemical means.
Their properties reflect those of the combined substances.

Common Examples

Diamond (C): An element.
Air: A mixture of various gases.
Krypton (K): An element.
Water (H2O): A compound formed from hydrogen and oxygen.
Ammonia (NH3): A chemical compound composed of nitrogen and hydrogen.
Wood: A mixture consisting of various organic compounds.
Dry Ice (CO2): A compound, the solid form of carbon dioxide.
Sugar (C6H12O6): A compound often used as a sweetener.
Sulfuric Acid (H2SO4): A strong chemical compound.
Bismuth (Bi): An elemental substance.
Alcohol (CH3OH): A compound, particularly ethanol.
Salt (NaCl): A chemical compound known as sodium chloride.
Bronze: An alloy, considered a mixture of copper and tin.
Baking Soda (NaHCO3): A compound commonly used in baking.
Milk: A complex mixture of water, fats, and proteins.
Gasoline: A mixture of hydrocarbons used as fuel.
Uranium (U): A heavy element used in nuclear energy.
Pail of Garbage: A heterogeneous mixture of various organic and inorganic waste.
Ink: A liquid mixture used for writing or printing.
Titanium (Ti): A strong, lightweight element.
Iron (Fe): A metal and element, commonly used in construction.
Popcorn: A snack food, considered a mixture.
A Dog: An organic mixture of various biological systems.
Gold (Au): A precious element known for its rarity and value.
Pizza: A dish representing a mixture of various ingredients.
Concrete: A composite mixture of cement, water, and aggregates.

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