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What are elements?

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Elements are pure substances 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 are chemically bonded together.

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What is the periodic table?

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The periodic table is a tabular arrangement of elements, organized by increasing atomic number, that shows the relationships between them.

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What are subatomic particles?

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Subatomic particles are the smaller particles that make up an atom, including protons, neutrons, and electrons.

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What is a neutral atom?

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A neutral atom is an atom with an equal number of protons and electrons, resulting in no overall charge.

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What is the significance of the atomic number?

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The atomic number represents the number of protons in an atom and determines the element's identity.

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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 that can be separated, while a compound is a chemical combination that cannot be separated by physical means.

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What is cellular respiration?

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Cellular respiration is the process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy, producing carbon dioxide and water as byproducts.

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What are noble gases?

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Noble gases are a group of elements in Group 18 of the periodic table that are characterized by their lack of reactivity due to having a full valence shell.

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What is the role of electrons in an atom?

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Electrons are negatively charged particles that orbit the nucleus of an atom and are involved in chemical bonding.