Elevate Science Topic 1 - Properties of Matter Vocabulary

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What does it mean to describe something?

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To tell about its properties.

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What does it mean to measure a property?

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To compare it to a standard unit or value for that property.

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What is observing?

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Using your senses to gather information about something.

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What is the atomic theory?

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The idea that everything is made up of small particles.

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What are physical properties?

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Characteristics such as color, hardness, magnetism, texture, and shape.

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What are atoms?

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The basic units of matter that make up everything.

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What are molecules?

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Groups of two or more atoms bonded together.

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What is a compound?

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A substance formed when two or more different elements are chemically bonded.

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What is a mixture?

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A combination of two or more substances that are not chemically bonded.

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What is solubility?

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The ability of a substance to dissolve in a solvent.