Classification of Matter

Front

What is the classification of matter that consists of only one type of atom?

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Element

Front

What is a substance made from two or more elements that are chemically combined in a fixed ratio?

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Compound

Front

What is a mixture that has a uniform composition throughout?

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Homogeneous Mixture

Front

What is a mixture that consists of visibly different substances or phases?

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Heterogeneous Mixture

Front

What is the process called when a solid changes directly into a gas?

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Sublimation

Front

What is the process called when a gas changes directly into a solid?

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Deposition

Front

What is an example of a homogeneous mixture?

Back

Salt water

Front

What is the phase of matter characterized by a definite shape and volume?

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Solid

Front

What is the phase of matter where particles are close together but can flow?

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Liquid

Front

What is the phase of matter where particles are far apart and move freely?

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Gas