Podcast
Questions and Answers
What defines an element?
What defines an element?
What characterizes a homogeneous mixture?
What characterizes a homogeneous mixture?
What is the defining feature of a compound?
What is the defining feature of a compound?
What distinguishes a pure substance from a mixture?
What distinguishes a pure substance from a mixture?
Signup and view all the answers
Study Notes
Definitions of Substances
- An element is a substance that consists of only one type of atom, which cannot be broken down into simpler substances by chemical means.
- A homogeneous mixture, also known as a solution, is a mixture that has a uniform composition throughout, where the particles are evenly distributed.
- A compound is a substance formed by the chemical combination of two or more different elements, where the atoms of each element are chemically bonded.
- A pure substance is a substance that has a fixed composition, which can be either an element or a compound, whereas a mixture is a combination of two or more substances, where each substance maintains its chemical properties.
Studying That Suits You
Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.
Description
Test your knowledge of pure substances and mixtures with this quiz. Explore the characteristics of elements and compounds, and learn about the classification of substances in the periodic table. Understand the differences between pure substances and mixtures. Learn the classifications of mixture.