Types of Matter

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The basic building blocks of matter are called ______

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atoms

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Rusted iron (Fe2O3) is ________________

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a compound

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What is a mixture?

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a combination of different things not chemically joined

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True or False: The properties of the substances that are in a mixture retain their individual properties.

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True

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True or False: All substances are elements.

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False

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What is an element?

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A pure substance that cannot be broken down into simpler substances by chemical means.

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What is a compound?

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A substance formed when two or more elements are chemically bonded together.

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What is a homogeneous mixture?

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A mixture that has a uniform composition throughout.

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What is a heterogeneous mixture?

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A mixture that consists of visibly different substances or phases.

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What is the difference between a mixture and a compound?

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A mixture is a physical combination of substances, while a compound is a chemical combination.