Classification of Matter

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What is matter?

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Matter is anything that has mass and takes up space.

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What are the three states of matter?

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The three states of matter are solid, liquid, and gas.

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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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What is a mixture?

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A mixture is a combination of two or more substances that are not chemically bonded.

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What is a homogeneous mixture?

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A homogeneous mixture is a mixture in which the composition is uniform throughout.

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What is a heterogeneous mixture?

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A heterogeneous mixture is a mixture in which the composition is not uniform throughout.

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What is a pure substance?

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A pure substance is a material that has a constant composition and consistent properties.

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What is a compound?

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

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Where are reactants located in a chemical equation?

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Reactants are located on the left side of the arrow in a chemical equation.