Classifying Matter Review

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What are mixtures?

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Mixtures are combinations of two or more substances that can be separated using physical properties.

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What is the smallest particle of an element that retains its properties?

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The smallest particle of an element that has the same properties as that element is called an atom.

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Which of the following is a compound?

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Carbon Dioxide (CO2) is a compound.

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What are compounds made of?

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Compounds are made of two or more types of atoms chemically bonded together.

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What can be found on the periodic table?

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Elements can be found on the periodic table.

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What is an atom?

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An atom is the basic unit of a chemical element.

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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 the difference between a mixture and a compound?

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A mixture is a physical combination of substances, while a compound is a chemical combination of two or more different elements.

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Can compounds be separated by physical means?

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No, compounds cannot be separated into their individual parts through physical means.

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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.