Elements, compounds and Mixtures (REVIEW)

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What is a mixture?

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A mixture is a combination of two or more substances where each substance retains its own properties.

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Do elements in a mixture retain their original properties?

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Yes, elements in a mixture retain their original properties.

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What are the smallest particles that make up most types of matter?

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Atoms are the smallest particles that make up most types of matter.

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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 a compound?

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A compound is a substance formed when two or more elements chemically bond together.

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Give an example of an element.

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Hydrogen (H) is an example of an element.

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Give an example of a compound.

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Water (H2O) is an example of a compound.

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What is the difference between an element and a compound?

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An element consists of only one type of atom, while a compound consists of two or more different types of atoms chemically bonded.

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What is a mixture of elements?

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A mixture of elements is a combination of two or more elements that are not chemically bonded.

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What is a mixture of compounds?

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A mixture of compounds is a combination of two or more compounds that are not chemically bonded.