Nature 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 is a homogeneous mixture?

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

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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 means.

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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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What is a pure substance?

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

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What is a physical property of matter?

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A physical property is a characteristic that can be observed or measured without changing the substance's identity, such as color or density.

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What is a chemical property of matter?

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A chemical property is a characteristic that can only be observed during a chemical reaction, such as flammability.

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What is ductility?

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Ductility is the ability of a material to be stretched into a wire without breaking.

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What is malleability?

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Malleability is the ability of a material to be hammered or pressed into thin sheets.

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What is the difference between physical and chemical changes?

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Physical changes do not alter the chemical composition of a substance, while chemical changes do.