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Chapter 15
Classification of Matter
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the definition of matter? | Anything that has mass & takes up space. |
| What is the difference between a substance & a mixture? | Substance = FIXED composition of an element or compound, CAN'T be broken down into simpler components & still keep same properties Mixture = VARIED composition, CAN be separated into its different substances |
| What are some physical means of separation? | Sifting, magnetic attraction, flotation, filtration, evaporation, distillation |
| What is the difference between a colloid & a compound? | A colloid is a heterogeneous mixture with a varied composition whose particles do not readily settle out. A compound is a substance in which exact elements are always combined in the same proportion. |