Element Compound Mixture Practice

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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. It consists of only one type of atom.

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What is a compound?

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A compound is a substance formed when two or more different elements are chemically bonded together.

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What is a mixture?

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A mixture is a combination of two or more substances that are not chemically bonded and can be separated by physical means.

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Give an example of an element.

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Examples of elements include Hydrogen (H), Oxygen (O), and Gold (Au).

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Give an example of a compound.

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An example of a compound is Water (H2O), which is made of Hydrogen and Oxygen.

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Give an example of a mixture.

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An example of a mixture is air, which contains various gases like Nitrogen, Oxygen, and Carbon Dioxide.

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What is a pure substance?

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A pure substance is a material that has a constant composition and consistent properties throughout. It can be an element or a compound.

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What distinguishes a homogeneous mixture from a heterogeneous mixture?

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A homogeneous mixture has a uniform composition throughout, while a heterogeneous mixture has a non-uniform composition.

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What is the simplest form of matter?

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The simplest form of matter is an element.

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Are elements and compounds considered pure substances?

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Yes, both elements and compounds are considered pure substances.