Physical Science Unit 1 Test

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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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What is a solute?

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A solute is a substance that is dissolved in a solvent to form a solution.

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What is a solvent?

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A solvent is a substance that dissolves a solute, resulting in a solution.

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What are the three states of matter?

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The three states of matter are solid, liquid, and gas.

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What is the defining characteristic of a solid?

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A solid has a definite shape and volume.

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What is the defining characteristic of a liquid?

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A liquid has an indefinite shape but a definite volume.

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What is the defining characteristic of a gas?

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A gas has neither a definite shape nor a definite volume.

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What is a homogeneous mixture?

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A homogeneous mixture is a mixture that has a uniform composition throughout.