Matter Classification Flashcard

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Which of the following best describes a compound?

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A substance made of two or more elements chemically combined in a fixed ratio.

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How does a compound differ from a mixture?

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Compounds have a fixed composition, while mixtures do not.

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Which of the following is an example of a compound? Options: Oxygen gas (O2), Water (H2O), Air, Iron filings

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Water (H2O)

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What characteristic distinguishes a compound from an element?

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Compounds can be broken down into simpler substances by chemical means.

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Which statement correctly differentiates between a compound and a mixture?

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Compounds are chemically bonded, while mixtures are not.

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Identify the example of a mixture from the following options: Table salt (NaCl), Carbon dioxide (CO2), Salad, Pure gold (Au)

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Salad

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Characteristic of compounds?

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They have properties different from their component elements.

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What is the main difference between a homogeneous mixture and a compound?

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Homogeneous mixtures can be separated by physical means, while compounds cannot.

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How are the atoms arranged in a compound compared to a mixture?

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In a compound, atoms are chemically bonded; in a mixture, they are randomly arranged.

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What is a property of a mixture?

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Its components retain their individual properties.