Elements, Compounds, Molecules (AML)

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What is matter?

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Matter is anything that has mass and takes up space (meaning it has a volume).

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What is a compound?

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A compound is any combination of two or more atoms from different elements that are chemically combined.

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How many elements are in C6H12O6?

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There are 3 elements in C6H12O6: Carbon (C), Hydrogen (H), and Oxygen (O).

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What does an element represent?

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An element represents a pure substance that cannot be broken down into simpler substances and is made of one type of atom.

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What are elements made of?

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Elements are made of one type of atom.

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What is a molecule?

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A molecule is a group of two or more atoms bonded together, which can be of the same or different elements.

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What is the difference between an element and a compound?

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An element is a pure substance made of one type of atom, while a compound is made of two or more different types of atoms chemically combined.

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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 combined and can be separated by physical means.

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What is the Periodic Table?

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The Periodic Table is a chart that organizes all known elements based on their atomic number, electron configuration, and recurring chemical properties.

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What is an atom?

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An atom is the smallest unit of an element that retains the properties of that element.