Properties of Matter Review

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What are the 3 states of matter?

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Solid, liquid, and gas.

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What are substances that exhibit some properties of metals and nonmetals?

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Metalloids.

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What is a compound?

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A compound consists of two or more elements chemically combined.

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What describes a heterogeneous mixture?

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The components are visibly distinct.

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What is a homogeneous mixture?

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A mixture that appears uniform throughout.

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What are elements?

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Pure substances that cannot be broken down into simpler substances.

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What is the difference between a mixture and a compound?

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A mixture is a combination of two or more substances that retain their individual properties, while a compound is a substance formed when two or more elements are chemically bonded.

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What is an example of a heterogeneous mixture?

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Salad, where the individual ingredients are distinct.

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What is an example of a homogeneous mixture?

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Saltwater, where the salt is evenly dissolved.

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What are physical properties of matter?

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Characteristics that can be observed without changing the substance, such as color, odor, and melting point.