Understanding Matter: Mass, Volume, and Density

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What is density measured in?

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Grams per milliliter (g/mL)

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____________________________ are formed when two or more atoms join together.

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molecules

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An ________________________________ is a substance made of only one kind of atom.

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elements

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What do you call the space that matter occupies?

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Volume

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Which of the following is made up of two or more atoms?

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Molecule

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What is the definition of mass?

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Mass is the amount of matter in an object, usually measured in grams (g).

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What is the definition of volume?

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Volume is the amount of space an object occupies, measured in liters (L) or cubic centimeters (cm³).

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What is the formula for density?

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Density = Mass / Volume

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What is an example of a molecule?

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Water (H₂O) is a molecule made of two hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom.

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What is the difference between an element and a compound?

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An element is a pure substance made of one type of atom, while a compound is made of two or more different types of atoms chemically bonded together.