Unit 1 Review

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What is Surface Tension?

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Surface tension is the property of a liquid that allows it to resist an external force due to the cohesive nature of its molecules.

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What is a Heterogeneous Mixture?

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A heterogeneous mixture is a mixture in which the components are not uniformly distributed and can be easily distinguished.

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What is Cohesion?

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Cohesion is the attraction between molecules of the same substance, which causes them to stick together.

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What is Adhesion?

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Adhesion is the attraction between molecules of different substances, which causes them to stick to each other.

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What happens to particles when a substance is cooled?

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When a substance is cooled, the kinetic energy of its particles decreases, causing them to move slower.

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What is a Liquid?

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A liquid is a state of matter that has a definite volume but no definite shape, taking the shape of its container.

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What is Capillary Action?

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Capillary action is the ability of a liquid to flow in narrow spaces without the assistance of external forces, often due to adhesion and cohesion.

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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 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 Homogeneous Mixture?

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A homogeneous mixture is a mixture in which the components are evenly distributed and not easily distinguishable.