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Class. of Matter
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Atom | an atoms is the the smallest component of an element |
| Molecule | the smallest physical unit of an element or compound |
| Matter | has mass and takes up space |
| Element | a substance that can stand alone as a whole |
| Compound | two or more elements combined together |
| Pure Substance | A substance made up of one type of matter. Can be an element or compound. |
| Mixture | A substance made up of multiple types of matter and has variable composition. |
| Homogeneous | A mixture where the particles are evenly distributed. ex. Koolaid |
| Heterogeneous |