Elements, Compounds, and Mixtures

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Milk is a ________

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mixture

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These contain only one kind of atom.

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element

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This can be separated physically.

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mixture

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These are mixtures that are the same throughout.

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homogeneous mixtures

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Pure water is a ___________.

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compound

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What is an element?

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A substance that cannot be broken down into simpler substances and consists of only one type of atom.

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What is a compound?

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

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What is a mixture?

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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 a homogeneous mixture?

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A mixture that has a uniform composition throughout, such as saltwater.

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What is a heterogeneous mixture?

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A mixture that has a non-uniform composition, such as a salad.