Ch.4 Elements, Mixtures and Compounds

A pure substance that cannot be separated into simpler substances by physical or chemical means.

• metal
• element
• metalloid
• pure substance

A sample of matter, either an element or a compound, that has definite chemical and physical properties.

• element
• molecule
• pure substance
• metal

An element that conducts heat and electricity poorly and can be dull.

• metal
• nonmetal
• metalloid

An element that has properties of both metals and nonmetals.

• metal
• nonmetal
• metalloid

An element that conducts heat and electricity well, is shiny, malleable and ductile.

• metal
• nonmetal
• metalloid

Which type of mixture is gelatin an example of ?

• colloid
• solution
• element
• compound

An example of an element  would be...

• gelatin
• nugget of gold
• water
• salt dissolved in water

Water is an example of....

• colloid
• solution
• element
• compound

Salt dissolved in water is an example of a.....

• colloid
• solution
• element
• compound

In a solution of salt and water, where the salt completely dissolves, what part of the solution is the salt?

• solute
• solution
• solvent
• element