Classification of Matter

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A(n) ​

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is a substance that only contains one type of atom in its matter. When you combine two or more elements in a new substance, the result is a(n) ​

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When you mix two substances together, you can get a ​

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mixture if you can still see the individual substances and a ​

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mixture if you cannot.​

TEKS 8.6A

Classification of Matter

KEY IDEAS

• What are elements and compounds?
• What are the different types of mixtures?

Words to Know

element
compound
homogeneous
heterogeneous

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What are elements and compounds?

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A pure substance is matter that has
the same properties throughout.

An element is a substance that
contains only one type of atom. It
cannot be broken down into other
substances.

A compound is a substance made
of two or more different elements
that are bonded together.

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Categorize

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aluminum (Al) 

diamond (C)

methane (CH₄)

oxygen (O₂)

rust (Fe₂O₃)

table salt (NaCl)

Sort the pure substances into categories based on whether they are elements or compounds.

Elements

Compounds

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What are the different types of mixtures?

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A mixture is two or more
substances combined physically.
A mixture is homogeneous if it
looks the same throughout, but it
is heterogeneous if you can see
the individual substances that
make up the mixture.

Match

Match the following

• element

• compound

• homogenous mixture

• heterogenous mixture

basic substance that cannot be broken down

substance formed from two or more elements

mixture with a uniform composition

mixture with distinct components

• basic substance that cannot be broken down

• substance formed from two or more elements

• mixture with a uniform composition

• mixture with distinct components

Match

Match the following

Element

Compound

Homogenous mixture

Heterogenous MIxture

• Element

• Compound

• Homogenous mixture

• Heterogenous MIxture

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A(n) ​

Select answer

is a substance that only contains one type of atom in its matter. When you combine two or more elements in a new substance, the result is a(n) ​

Select answer

When you mix two substances together, you can get a ​

Select answer

mixture if you can still see the individual substances and a ​

Select answer

mixture if you cannot.​