Elements, Compounds and Mixtures

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What is a mixture that has visually distinguishable components?

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Heterogeneous mixture

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What does a mixture of compounds represent?

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A substance made up of two or more different compounds.

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What is a combination of elements and compounds called?

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Mixture

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What does a mixture of elements and compounds represent?

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A substance that contains both elements and compounds.

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What is a mixture that appears uniform throughout?

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Homogeneous mixture

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Define an element.

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

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Define a compound.

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

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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, while a heterogeneous mixture has visibly different components.

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Give an example of a homogeneous mixture.

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Saltwater.

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Give an example of a heterogeneous mixture.

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Salad.