Matter

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What is matter?

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Matter is anything that has mass and occupies space. It includes solids, liquids, and gases.

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What is an alloy?

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An alloy is a solid homogeneous mixture of two or more metallic elements.

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What is a heterogeneous mixture?

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A heterogeneous mixture is a mixture that is not evenly distributed, meaning its components can be easily distinguished.

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What is a homogeneous mixture?

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A homogeneous mixture is a mixture that is evenly distributed, where the composition is uniform throughout.

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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 and can only be separated by 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 can be separated by physical processes.

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What is an element?

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

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What is the particle model of matter?

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The particle model of matter states that all matter is made up of tiny particles that are in constant motion.

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What is the difference between a compound and a mixture?

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A compound is a chemical combination of elements, while a mixture is a physical combination of substances.

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What is the significance of the law of conservation of mass?

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The law of conservation of mass states that mass is neither created nor destroyed in a chemical reaction.