Elements, Mixtures, and Compounds Flashcard

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What are compounds?

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Compounds are made of two or more types of atoms chemically bonded together.

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What do two or more physically combined substances form?

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A mixture.

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Is salt (NaCl) a compound or an element?

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Compound.

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What are elements?

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Elements are made of one type of atom.

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What can mixtures do?

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Mixtures can be separated.

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What is the difference between a compound and a mixture?

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A compound is made of chemically bonded atoms, while a mixture is made of physically combined substances.

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Can compounds be separated into their individual parts through physical means?

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No, compounds cannot be separated through physical means.

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Are all substances on the periodic table elements?

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Yes, all substances on the periodic table are elements.

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What is an example of a compound?

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Water (H2O) is an example of a compound.

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What is an example of a mixture?

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Air is an example of a mixture.