Elements, Compounds, and Mixtures

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What is an ionic bond?

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An ionic bond is a type of chemical bond formed through the transfer of electrons from one atom to another, resulting in the formation of charged ions.

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How are ionic bonds formed?

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Ionic bonds are formed by the transfer of electrons.

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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 such as filtering, sifting, and evaporating.

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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 cannot be separated into other materials by physical means.

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What is an element?

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An element is a substance that contains only one kind of atom.

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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 type of bonding occurs between non-metals?

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Covalent bonding occurs between non-metals.

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What is a covalent bond?

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A covalent bond is a type of chemical bond formed when two atoms share one or more pairs of electrons.

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Can mixtures be separated?

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Yes, mixtures can be separated by physical means.

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What is the difference between a compound and a mixture?

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A compound is a substance formed from two or more elements that are chemically bonded, while a mixture is a combination of substances that are not chemically bonded and can be separated.