Physical Science Terms

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What is the term for the minor component in a solution that is dissolved in the solvent?

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The term is 'solute.'

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What do we call a physical blend of two or more substances that preserve their identities?

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This is called a 'mixture.'

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What is the liquid in which other substances are dissolved to create a solution?

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This liquid is known as a 'solvent.'

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What are the basic building blocks of matter that cannot be chemically interconverted or broken down into simpler substances?

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These are called 'elements.'

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What is the term for substances that are present at the end of a chemical reaction?

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These substances are referred to as 'products.'

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What is the difference between a solute and a solvent in a solution?

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A solute is the substance that is dissolved, while a solvent is the substance that dissolves the solute.

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What is a homogeneous mixture?

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

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What is a heterogeneous mixture?

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A heterogeneous mixture is a mixture that consists of visibly different substances or phases.

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What is the law of conservation of mass in a chemical reaction?

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The law states that mass is neither created nor destroyed in a chemical reaction; the mass of reactants equals the mass of products.

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What is the role of a catalyst in a chemical reaction?

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A catalyst speeds up a chemical reaction without being consumed in the process.