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Matter
Flashcards for Matter, Atoms, and Molecules
Term | Definition |
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Matter | Takes up space, is made up of atoms and molecules |
Atoms | a small unit in a chemical element |
Molecules | a group of atoms put together |
Element | atoms or molecules made of a SINGLE type of atom |
Compound | a molecule made of 2 or MORE different types of atoms |
Pure Substance | a substance made up of one type of matter (can be compound or element) |
Mixture | a substance made up of multiple types of matter |
Heterogeneous Mixture | a mixture where the particles are NOT evenly distributed |
Homogeneous Mixture | a mixture where the particles are evenly distibuted |