Classification of Matter - Review

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What is a compound?

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A compound is a substance made from a combination of two or more elements that are chemically bonded together.

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What are compounds made from?

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Compounds are made from a combination of 2 or more elements.

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What happens when a substance undergoes a chemical change?

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When a substance undergoes a chemical change, it is transformed into a new substance with different properties.

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What is the definition of matter?

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Matter is anything that contains mass and volume.

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What is an element?

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An element is a pure substance that cannot be broken down into anything simpler by physical or chemical means.

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What is a mixture?

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A mixture is a combination of two or more substances that are not chemically bonded and can be separated by physical means.

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What is the difference between a homogeneous mixture and a heterogeneous mixture?

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A homogeneous mixture has a uniform composition throughout, while a heterogeneous mixture has a non-uniform composition.

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What is a physical change?

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A physical change is a change that affects one or more physical properties of a substance without altering its chemical composition.

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What is a chemical change?

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A chemical change is a change that results in the formation of new chemical substances.

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Can compounds be separated into their elements?

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Yes, compounds can be separated into their elements through chemical reactions.

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