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Which of the following statements accurately describes a compound?
Which of the following statements accurately describes a compound?
- A mixture that retains the individual properties of its components.
- Matter that consists of one type of atom.
- A substance that can be separated into simpler substances by physical means.
- A combination of two or more elements in fixed proportions. (correct)
What characterizes a homogeneous mixture?
What characterizes a homogeneous mixture?
- It contains only one type of substance.
- It has distinct layers and varying compositions.
- Particles eventually settle at the bottom.
- Components are uniformly distributed throughout the mixture. (correct)
Which one of the following is an example of a heterogeneous mixture?
Which one of the following is an example of a heterogeneous mixture?
- Oil and water. (correct)
- Air.
- Sugar dissolved in water.
- Saltwater solution.
How is a colloid different from a suspension?
How is a colloid different from a suspension?
Which statement best describes the physical properties of a gas?
Which statement best describes the physical properties of a gas?
Flashcards
Element
Element
Simplest form of matter, one type of atom.
Compound
Compound
Matter formed from two or more elements in fixed ratios.
Homogeneous Mixture
Homogeneous Mixture
Mixture with same composition throughout.
Solution
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Solid
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Study Notes
Chemistry Lecture 1
- Topic: Chemistry focuses on studying substances containing carbon
- Related field: A field that explores elements in the periodic table
- Sub-topic: Physical Chemistry: Applies physics laws to aforementioned concepts
- Matter: Anything taking up space and having mass
- States of Matter:
- Solid
- Liquid
- Gas
- Types of Matter:
- Element: A substance consisting of one type of atom (e.g., individually occurring)
- Compound: A substance consisting of two or more elements chemically combined (e.g., two or more elements)
- Mixture: A substance composed of two or more substances, with each substance retaining its properties (e.g., more than one substance)
- Homogenous Mixture: Mixture where the components are indistinguishable (e.g., evenly mixed)
- Heterogenous Mixture: Mixture where the components are distinguishable (e.g., not evenly/unevenly mixed)
- Examples of Matter Types:
- Compound Example: $KAl(SO_4)$
- Mixture Example: A combination with varying properties from multiple substances
- Physical Transitions:
- Melting
- Freezing
- Vaporization
- Condensation
Analytical Chemistry
- Focus: Chemical analysis (both qualitative and quantitative)
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