SOL 5.7 Matter Test

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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 together. Examples include salad and sand.

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What is a solution?

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A solution is a special type of mixture where one substance is dissolved in another. An example is saltwater.

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What is the smallest part of matter that is identifiable as an element?

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The smallest part of matter that is identifiable as an element is an atom.

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What are atoms?

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Atoms are the basic building blocks of matter. They make up everything around us.

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What causes molecules to move more quickly?

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Heat causes molecules to move more quickly.

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What is the difference between a mixture and a solution?

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A mixture can be separated by physical means, while a solution cannot be easily separated.

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What is an example of a solution?

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An example of a solution is lemonade, where the powdered mix is dissolved in water.

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What is a compound?

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

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What is a molecule?

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A molecule is a group of two or more atoms bonded together.

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What is matter?

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Matter is anything that has mass and takes up space.